Thomas Jefferson'S Macaroni And Cheese Pudding - cooking recipe

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

Preparation

Preheat oven to 400\u00b0.
Melt butter in a saucepan.
Stir in flour and blend well over low heat.
Stir in milk slowly.
Bring to boiling, stirring constantly.
Cook 1 minute.
Add 1 1/2 cups cheese and stir to blend.
Add macaroni.
Stir in salt and pepper. Pour into a well-buttered 2-quart casserole.
Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese.
Bake in oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until top is golden brown.
Serves 6.