Chicken Macaroni Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. butter
1/4 c. flour
2 c. half and half or evaporated milk
2 c. chicken broth
1 lb. Velveeta cheese
1 lb. uncooked elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
3 c. cooked chicken
1 (2 oz.) jar diced pimentos, drained (optional)
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper

Preparation

In a large saucepan, melt butter.
With a wire whisk, stir in flour.
Add milk or half and half; stir until mixture is smooth and starts to thicken.
Add chicken broth and cheese; reduce heat and stir constantly until cheese melts.
Add chicken, salt, pepper, macaroni and pimentos.
Pour into a 9 x 13-inch or 3-quart casserole.
Bake, uncovered, at 350\u00b0 for 45 to 60 minutes.