Thick And Rich Macaroni And Cheese

Total Time: 40 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
• 2/3 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1 large green pepper, finely chopped (optional)
• 1/2 cup butter
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 (13 ounce) can evaporated milk
• 1/4 cup milk
• 4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
• 1 (8 ounce) velveeta cheese, cubed
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• paprika

Recipe

• 1 cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. rinse with warm water, and drain again; set aside.
• 2 saute onion and green pepper in butter in a large saucepan until tender.
• 3 add flour, stirring until smooth. cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
• 4 gradually add milk; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
• 5 add 3 cups cheddar cheese, velveeta, and pepper; stir until smooth.
• 6 stir in macaroni. pour mixture into a lightly greased 3-quart casserole.
• 7 bake, uncovered, at 350 for 20 minutes. sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese, and paprika; bake 5 minutes.