Macaroni and Cheese

Mac and Cheese is a great side dish to add to any type of meal.  There are many variations but this one is quick and easy and also has ingredients that I usually have in my pantry.  I got this recipe from Taste of Home.

Ingredients:

• 1-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 5 tablespoons butter, divided
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1-1/2 cups milk
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
• 2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs or butter crackers

Directions:

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 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over macaroni; mix well. Melt the remaining butter; add the bread crumbs. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30 minutes or until heated through and topping is golden brown. 
3. *** This can also be eaten without baking if time is running out.