Thomas Jefferson'S Macaroni And Cheese Pudding

Ingredients

• 1/4 c. butter
• 1/4 c. flour
• 2 1/2 c. milk
• 8 oz. (about 2 c.) grated sharp Cheddar cheese
• 2 c. (1/2 lb.) elbow macaroni, prepared according to pkg. directions
• 1 tsp. salt
• pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°.
2. Melt butter in a saucepan.
3. Stir in flour and blend well over low heat.
4. Stir in milk slowly.
5. Bring to boiling, stirring constantly.
6. Cook 1 minute.
7. Add 1 1/2 cups cheese and stir to blend.
8. Add macaroni.
9. Stir in salt and pepper. Pour into a well-buttered 2-quart casserole.
10. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese.
11. Bake in oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until top is golden brown.
12. Serves 6.