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5 Ingredient Macaroni and Cheese
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
Ready In: 60 Minutes
Servings: 8
For extra flavor to this mac and cheese add chopped green onion and sprinkle bread crumbs on top
Ingredients:
10 ounces medium elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for brushing pan
2 tablespoons unbleached white flour
2 1/2 cups low-fat milk
2 1/4 cups grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese, divided
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente; drain.
3. Melt 2 tbsp butter in sauce pan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute. Add milk; cook 6 minutes or until thickened, stirring constantly.
4. Remove from heat; stir in 1 1/2 cups cheeses. Season with salt and pepper. Pour over noodles and combine.
5. Transfer to a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup cheese.
6. Bake 45 minutes or until top is crisp and beginning to brown. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
By RecipeOfHealth.com