Mom's Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this classic baked macaroni and cheese dish. With a perfect blend of cheeses and a crispy breadcrumb topping, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite for years to come.

Ingredients

• 16 oz elbow macaroni
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups milk
• 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1 cup breadcrumbs

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. Cook macaroni according to package instructions and set aside.
3. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
4. Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes until golden.
5. Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened.
6. Add cheddar and mozzarella cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika, stirring until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy.
7. Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce and pour into prepared baking dish.
8. Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top of macaroni and cheese.
9. Bake for 30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
10. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

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