Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

• 8 oz. uncooked elbow macaroni
• 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 cups Milk
• 1/4 cup Butter
• 2 1/2 Tbsp. All-Purpose Flour
• 2 Tbsp. Butter
• 1/2 cup Chef Merito® Seasoned Bread Crumbs

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350ºF (175ºC).
2. Cook macaroni according to the package directions. Drain and reserve.
3. While pasta is cooking, melt 1/4 cup of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk to make a roux.
4. Add milk slowly, stirring constantly. Add Cheddar and Parmesan cheese and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and the sauce thickens, approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
5. Add cheese sauce over macaroni and mix well.
6. Pour mixture into a 9" x 13" oven-safe dish.
7. Melt 2 Tbsp. butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add Chef Merito® Seasoned Breadcrumbs to the skillet and brown.
8. Spread prepared breadcrumbs over macaroni to cover.
9. Bake for 30 minutes. Enjoy!