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'i had a rough day' macaroni & cheese

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Kimberly Kay
Toledo, OH

I found this excellent Mac & Cheese recipe in 'Kitchen Komforts: Fabulous Comfort Food Recipes and Inspiring Short Stories to Nourish the Body and Soul', by LuLu Roman (of 'Hee Haw' fame)!

(2 ratings)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 30 Min
cook time 30 Min

Ingredients For 'i had a rough day' macaroni & cheese

  • 1/2 lb
    elbow macaroni
  • 1/4 c
    butter or margarine
  • 2 Tbsp
    and 1 1/2 tsp. all-purpose flour
  • 3 c
    milk
  • 2 c
    sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 c
    grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter or margarine
  • 1/2 c
    breadcrumbs
  • 1 pinch
    paprika

How To Make 'i had a rough day' macaroni & cheese

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • 2
    In a medium saucepan, cook macaroni according to package directions and drain.
  • 3
    In a saucepan, melt the butter or margarine over medium heat; stir in flour to make a roux.
  • 4
    Add milk to the roux slowly, stirring constantly; stir in the cheeses and cook over low heat until the cheese is melted and the sauce is a little thick.
  • 5
    Transfer the macaroni to a 9 X 13-inch casserole dish and pour the sauce over all; stir well.
  • 6
    Melt butter or margarine in a skillet over medium heat; add the breadcrumbs and brown; spread over macaroni and cheese to cover; sprinkle with paprika.
  • 7
    Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

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