Homemade Mac and Cheese

 

Rachael Coon

I got sick of the box kind and tried something new. It is so much better then the box kind and even our kids eat it.

 

8 oz uncooked elbow macaroni

2 Cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

½ C grated parmesan cheese

3 Cups milk

¼ C butter

2 ½ T flour

2 T butter

½ C bread crumbs

1 pinch paprika

1.       Cook macaroni according to the package directions. Drain.

2.       In a saucepan, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Stir in enough flour to make a roux. Add milk to roux slowly, stirring constantly. Stir in cheeses, and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and the sauce is a little thick. Put macaroni in large casserole dish, and pour sauce over macaroni. Stir well.

3.       Melt butter or margarine in a skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and brown. Spread over the macaroni and cheese to cover. Sprinkle with a little paprika.

4.       Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes. Serve.