Mueller'S Macaroni & Cheese - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 ounces elbow macaroni
1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup crouton (optional)

Preparation

Cook macaroni for 9 minutes - drain, cover & set aside.
Preheat oven to 350.
In medium saucepan melt butter, blend in flour, mustard, salt & pepper.
Cook until mixture is smooth and bubbly; gradually add milk.
Cook & stir over medium heat until mixture boils; simmer 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Gradually mix in cheese. Stir over low heat until cheese is melted.
Add pasta; mix together lightly & pour into 2-quart casserole.
Top with croutons and bake 25 minutes.