Creamy Macaroni & Cheese

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   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

2. 2

   Cook the macaroni until just al dente, drain and set aside.

3. 3

   While the macaroni water is boiling, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low/medium heat.

4. 4

   Whisk the flour into the butter, then stir in milk.

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   Continue stirring the mixture until it comes to a low boil.

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   You may need to increase the heat, but keep stirring to make sure it doesnt burn.

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   (A flame spreader is useful if you are using a gas stove.)

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   Once the milk mixture is boiling, stir in the cheeses.

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   Continue stirring until all of the cheese is melted.

10. 10

    Add pepper if desired.

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    Remove mixture from heat and set aside.

12. 12

    Pour cooked macaroni into a 9x12 casserole dish.

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    Pour cheese mixture over the macaroni and stir to coat evenly.

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    Bake in the 350-degree oven for 30 minutes or until brown and bubbly.

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    Serve warm.

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    Cooks note: I know it sounds weird, but it tastes amazing served with tomato soup on top!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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