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Updated November 28,  2018

Baked Macaroni and Cheese
From the kitchen at Spicewood

Ingredients:
8 oz uncooked elbow macaroni
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
2 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Ingredients for topping:
2 tablespoons butter 
1/2 cup bread crumbs 
1 pinch paprika 
 
Instructions:

1. Cook macaroni, and then drain.
 
2. In a saucepan, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. 
Stir in enough flour to make a roux.
Add milk to roux slowly, stirring constantly.
Stir in cheeses, and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and the sauce is a little thick.
Put macaroni in large casserole dish, and pour sauce over macaroni.
Stir well.
 
3. Topping: Melt butter or margarine in a skillet over medium heat.
Add breadcrumbs and brown.
Spread over the macaroni and cheese to cover.
Sprinkle with a little paprika.
 
4. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes. Serve.