Macaroni & Cheese

Mmmm...rich, cheesy, and comforting! I have successfully cut this recipe in half for my family of four and we still have leftovers, so the servings are quite generous.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 12  ounces elbow macaroni, uncooked
• 7  tablespoons butter
• 6  tablespoons flour
• 3  cups skim milk
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt
• 1  teaspoon dry mustard
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 1⁄2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 1⁄2 cups swiss cheese, shredded

Directions

1. Cook macaroni about 5 minutes and drain.
2. Meanwhile, melt butter over medium heat in large saucepan.
3. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute.
4. Gradually whisk in milk and add salt, mustard, garlic powder, and pepper.
5. Cook, stirring constantly, until thicked and just beginning to boil.
6. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
7. Remove from heat.
8. Add cheeses and stir until melted.
9. Stir in macaroni and transfer to greased 2 1/2 quart casserole dish.
10. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
11. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.