Mac and Cheese

Nice, simple, rich mac and cheese.

Cook time: 50 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 8 oz. uncooked elbow macaroni
• 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 cups milk
• 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 1/2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1 pinch paprika

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F
2. Cook macaroni to package directions. Drain.
3. In a saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat. Stir in 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 sauce is a little thick.
4. Put macaroni in a large casserole dish. Pour cheese sauce over macaroni and stir well.
5. Melt 2 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and brown.
6. Spread over macaroni and cheese to cover. Sprink paprika over top.
7. Bake for 30 minutes.