Weekly Meal Plan Thursday Oct 6th: Homemade Mac & Cheese! YUMMY!

Thursday, October 6th:  Homemade Mac & Cheese

Ingredients: 

• 1 box elbow noodles
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4 tablespoons flour
• 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
• Salt and pepper
• 1 1/2 cup milk
• 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 3/4 cup breadcrumbs tossed with 2 tablespoons melted butter

Directions:

1.  Cook macaroni following package directions. Drain in a colander and rinse with hot water; set aside.
2. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
3. In a saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium-low heat. Stir flour into the butter until smooth and bubbly. Stir in the dry mustard, salt, and pepper. Gradually add milk and cream, stirring constantly. continue to cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Add cheese and continue to cook and stir until melted.
4. Combine the macaroni and sauce and pour into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with the buttered bread crumbs and bake for about 25 minutes, or until hot and bubbly and topping is lightly browned.