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Contributed By: bluther
Why Milk

Cheesy and delicious!

Ingredients

2 cups Uncooked elbow macaroni (7 oz)

2 1/2 cups Fat free milk

1 tablespoon Butter

3 tablespoons All-purpose flour

3/4 teaspoon Salt

1/2 teaspoon Dry mustard

2 cups Shredded reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese

1/2 cup Shredded reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese (optional topping)

Preparation

Preheat oven to 375. Cook macaroni according to package directions.

Meanwhile, heat milk and butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Gradually whisk in flour, salt and dry mustard and simmer for 1 minute, whisking occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in 2 cups of the cheese until melted. Add drained macaroni to saucepan and toss with cheese sauce. Transfer mixture to an 8-in or 9-in square baking dish.

Bake, uncovered, until hot and bubbly, about 20 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Cook's Notes

Variation: to add some color and nutrition, saute some chopped red pepper and broccoli florets in the butter before adding the milk and flour for a more gourmet version of this comforting creation.

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