Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, divided
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1/4 cup buttered bread crumb
  • 1 dash paprika

Method

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • In saucepan, melt butter. Blend in flour, salt and mustard. Add milk, stir constantly until sauce thickens a little. Add 1 1/2 cups cheese, heat until melted, stirring. Remove from heat.
  • Meanwhile, cook macaroni as directed; drain. Combine with sauce in a buttered 2 quart casserole; top with remaining cheese, then buttered bread crumbs and sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until nicely browned.