Monday, April 15, 2013

Comfort Food Special: Tina's Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese

In honor of Tax Day, a day which strikes fear and dread into the hearts of many, I thought I would post a recipe for some good old-fashioned comfort food! This is a recipe that my BFF Tina has made many times and it is always requested at her family dinners. Hope you enjoy!

2 Tbsp. corn starch
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. dry mustard (optional)
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 1/2 c. milk
2 Tbsp. butter
2 c. shredded American or cheddar cheese
8 oz. Mueller's macaroni elbows (about 1 3/4 c.), cooked 7 minutes and drained

1) In medium saucepan combine corn starch, salt, dry mustard and pepper.
Stir in milk. Add butter.
Stirring constantly, bring to a boil over medium high heat and boil for one minute.
Remove from heat.

2) Stir in 1 3/4 c. cheese until melted.
Add cooked macaroni.
Pour into greased 2-quart casserole dish.
Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 c. cheese.

3) Bake, uncovered, in 375 degree oven for 25 minutes or until lightly browned.

Makes 6 servings.

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