Baked Macaroni and Cheese - macaroni

Method

• Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil.
• Add macaroni and cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 to 10 minutes, or until macaroni is just cooked.
• Pour macaroni into a colander and drain.
• Heat oven to 350F.
• Melt butter in the same saucepan over medium heat.
• Add flour and stir constantly until mixture starts to bubble.
• Add 1/2 cup of the milk and stir until smooth.
• Add remaining milk and cook, stirring frequently, for 10 to 15 minutes or until it comes to a boil.
• Remove pan from heat, add American cheese slices, and stir until cheese is completely melted.
• Add macaroni and stir gently until it is completely coated with cheese.
• Place macaroni in a large baking dish and sprinkle with parmesan.
• Bake at 350F for 25 to 30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.