Mother's Macaroni and Cheese!

Here's a Mac n' Cheese recipe that makes a great dish!

7 Tbs unsalted butter
2 Tbs dry mustard
6 Tbs flour
3 C milk
6 C shredded cheddar cheese ot a mixture of cheeses. About 1/2 pounds.
1 lb. elbow macaroni
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

In a 3 quart saucepan, melt 6 Tbs of the butter. Whisk the mustard and flour together, add to the butter, and stir with a wooden spoon. Gradually, stir in the milk. Cook, whisking over medium heatm until the sauce thickens. Stir in the cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper and set aside, covered.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until al dente, about 6 min. Drain the pasta, transfer to a large bowl, and pour cheese sauce over it. Fold the two together. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 4-quart baking dish with the remaining butter. Spoon the macaroni and cheese into the dish and bake about 30 min. or until the edges are bubbling and the casserole is starting to brown. Serve while hot.

Note: This version of macaroni and cheese is as basic as it gets. But it can become a platform of variations, like a topping of buttered breadcrumbs or the addition of diced ham. Even other macaroni shapes, like shells or penne, can be used.

Recipe from: Park Avenure Potluck
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