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Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

By Diana Rattray, About.com

This is a classic macaroni and cheese recipe, made with sharp Cheddar cheese and topped with bread crumbs.

Ingredients:

  • 6 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 3/4 pound shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (3 cups)
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
  • 3/4 cup soft bread crumbs

Preparation:

In saucepan over medium low heat melt 4 tablespoons butter; blend in flour and seasonings, stirring until smooth and bubbly. Gradually stir in milk; cook and stir until thick and smooth. Stir in grated onion and cheese. Place cooked drained macaroni in a buttered 3-quart casserole. Pour sauce over macaroni and gently mix to blend. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and toss with the bread crumbs. Sprinkle bread crumbs over the macaroni. Bake at 375° for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
Macaroni and cheese recipe serves 4 to 6.

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