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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes |
Ready In: 65 Minutes Servings: 36 |
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You'll satisfy many taste buds with this rich and comforting dish from Dixie Terry from Goreville, Illinois. Tender macaroni is covered in a creamy, homemade cheese sauce, and then topped with golden bread crumbs. A true crowd pleaser! Ingredients:
3 packages (two 16 ounces, one 7 ounces) elbow macaroni |
1-1/4 cups butter, divided |
3/4 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
2 teaspoons salt |
3 quarts milk |
3 pounds sharp cheddar cheese, shredded |
1-1/2 cups dry bread crumbs |
Directions:
1. Cook macaroni according to package directions until almost tender. Meanwhile, in a large stock pot, melt 1 cup butter. Stir in flour and salt until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add cheese, stirring until melted. Drain macaroni; stir into sauce.
2. Transfer to three greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over casseroles.
3. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 36 servings (1 cup each).
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