A Little Different Baked Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound macaroni
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Cook macaroni according to package directions.
3. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
4. Add flour and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute.
5. Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a boil. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Remove from heat and stir in cheeses, salt, and pepper.
7. Drain macaroni and add to cheese sauce. Stir to combine.
8. Pour macaroni and cheese into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
9. Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top.
10. Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Interesting Facts

• Macaroni and cheese has been around since the 14th century!
• The average American eats around 30 pounds of mac and cheese each year.
• Mac and cheese is a popular food for Thanksgiving in the United States.