Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • 4 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
  • 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
  • 16 ounces rotini pasta or 16 ounces penne pasta, cooked

Method

  • Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat; whisk in flour until smooth.
  • Gradually whisk in milk, and cook, whisking constantly, 3 minutes or until thickened.
  • Add Cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper, whisking until cheese melts.
  • Add pasta, tossing to coat.
  • Pour mixture into a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 350° for 5 minutes or until cheese melts.