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Mom's Macaroni and Cheese

Source of Recipe


Taste of Home



List of Ingredients



• 1½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  
• 5 Tbsp butter, divided
  
• 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  
• ½ tsp salt
  
• ¼ tsp pepper
  
• 1½ cups whole milk
  
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  
• 2 ounces cubed Velveeta
  
• 2 Tbsp dry bread crumbs
  






Instructions



1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add the cheeses, stirring until cheese is melted. Drain macaroni.
   
   
2. Transfer macaroni to a greased 1½-quart baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over macaroni; mix well. Melt the remaining butter; add the bread crumbs. Sprinkle over top.
   
   
3. Bake, uncovered, at 375° F for 30 minutes or until heated through and topping is golden brown.
   
   Makes 6 servings