Macaroni 'n' Cheese

CarrieCarrie Romm

ingredients

  • 2 cups dry elbow macaroni
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Pepper to taste
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 1/2 package (12 oz.) Kraft Deli Deluxe Sharp Cheddar

directions

  • 1

    Cook elbow macaroni as directed on package.

  • 2

    Melt butter over medium heat in large pan or skillet. Blend in flour, salt and pepper. Add the milk and stir constantly over medium heat until it thickens.

  • 3

    Once the milk as thickened, turn heat to low and add in cheese. Stir until cheese is thoroughly melted. Add drained, cooked macaroni.

  • 4

    Pour into greased baking dish. If desired, top the macaroni with melted butter and crushed crackers.

  • 5

    Refrigerate or freeze if necessary.

  • 6

    When ready to cook, place dish in a preheated 375° oven and bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes until bubbly.

notes

Adding the milk and cooking until it thickens is a long, slow process but its best to take your time and not scald the milk.

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