Creamy Macaroni And Cheese(Microwave) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (7 oz.) pkg. elbow macaroni (3 c.)
3/4 c. butter
12 Tbsp. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
4 c. milk
20 oz. grated sharp Cheddar cheese (yellow or white)

Preparation

Cook macaroni for 10 minutes on High.
Add 3/4 cup butter; microwave 1 to 2 minutes on High.
Blend in the flour and salt. Add the milk; stir until smooth.
Microwave 5 1/2 to 6 minutes on High, stirring with table fork every minute until thickened.
Add the grated cheese; stir until completely melted.
Stir sauce into drained macaroni; mix well.
Microwave 16 minutes on Medium, stirring every 3 minutes.
If desired, sprinkle top with paprika or buttered bread crumbs or cubes before serving.