Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Name: Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 1 package (7 1/2 oz) elbow macaroni (2 1/2 cups); 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups milk; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne); 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)

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Prep Time: 20 minutes

Total: 50 minutes

Servings: 6

Author : Pillsbury Kitchens

Ingredients

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1 package (7 1/2 oz) elbow macaroni (2 1/2 cups)2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cups milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)

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Instructions

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Step 1

Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray. Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package, using minimum cook time.

Step 2

Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-low heat; stir in flour with whisk until smooth. Cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Gradually stir in milk; cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in salt, black pepper, red pepper and 1 cup of the cheese. Stir in cooked macaroni.

Step 3

Spoon mixture into casserole. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese.

Step 4

Bake uncovered 20 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.