baked macncheese

Ingredients baked macncheese

16 oz elbow macaroni
4 tbsp butter
4 tbsp flour
3 cup milk
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper (optional)
4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/3 cup plain bread crumbs (optional)

how to make baked macncheese

prepare pasta. Preheat oven to 400°F.

melt butter in large saucepan, medium-low heat.

whisk in flour. Cook, whisking constantly, 2 minutes.

whisk in milk for 5 minutes or until thickened.

reduce heat to low. Stir in salt, black pepper, red pepper, 2 cups cheese, and cooked pasta.

place into greased 9x13 baking dish. Top with remaining cheese and bread crumbs.

bake for 20 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes.