Baked Macaroni And Cheese - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. elbow macaroni
2 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/4 c. milk
1 c. light cream
1/4 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. white pepper
2 1/2 c. grated sharp cheese
salt

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350\u00b0.
Boil macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
Blend in flour, stirring constantly.
Gradually stir in milk and cream.
Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Remove from heat and add paprika, pepper and 2 cups of the cheese; stir until cheese is melted.
Gently stir in macaroni and salt to taste.
Place in a buttered 1-quart casserole dish. Garnish top with remaining 1/2 cup of cheese and dot with additional butter.
Bake 25 to 30 minutes.