Baked Macaroni and Cheese |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Sometimes nothing but the classic will do Ingredients:
8 oz. elbow macaroni |
2 tablespoons land o'lakes spreadable butter |
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour |
2 cups 1% milk |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper |
8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided |
Directions:
1. Prepare pasta according to package directions. Keep warm.
2. Melt butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-low heat; whisk in flour until smooth. Cook, whisking constantly, 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk, and cook, whisking constantly, 5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in salt, black, 1 cup shredded cheese, and cooked pasta.
3. Spoon pasta mixture into a lightly greased 2-qt. baking dish; top with remaining 1 cup cheese.
4. Bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
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