Baked Macaroni And Many Cheeses Recipe

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   Cook elbow macaroni in large pot of boiling salted water till cooked through, softer than al dente but not mushy.

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   Transfer to colander and rinse under cool water, then drain well.

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   Set aside.

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   Heat 3 Tbsp.

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   butter in saucepan over low heat.

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   Add in onion and cook till translucent/soft, about 5 min.

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   Add in flour and cook, stirring constantly, 3 or possibly 4 min.

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   Add in lowfat milk in small amounts, allowing sauce to thicken after each addition.

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   When all lowfat milk has been added, simmer very slowly at least 20 min.

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    Season to taste with salt, pepper and warm pepper sauce.

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    Stir in assorted cheeses.

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    When cheeses are nearly but not completely melted, remove from heat and mix with macaroni.

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    Butter casserole dish.

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    Heat remaining 3 Tbsp.

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    butter in small skillet.

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    Pour macaroni mix into buttered casserole.

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    Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese and bread crumbs and pour melted butter all over top.

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    Bake at 375 degrees till top is bubbling and brown, about 40 min.

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    This recipe yields 4 to 6 servings.

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