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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. elbow macaroni
  • 3 Tbsp. butter
  • 2 Tbsp. flour
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 2 c. milk
  • 8 oz. American cheese
  • bell pepper
  • ham, chopped (optional)

Method

  • Cook macaroni in boiling salted water until tender; drain. In saucepan, melt butter; blend in flour, salt and dash of pepper. Add milk. Cook and stir until thick and bubbly. Add cheese. Stir until melted. Mix cheese sauce with macaroni. Turn into 1 1/2 -quart casserole. Garnish top with rings of bell pepper. Bake in 350° oven for 35 to 40 minutes.