Golden Baked Macaroni And Pimiento Cheese
- 1 (8-oz.) package elbow macaroni
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 (8-oz.) block sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 (4-oz.) jar diced pimiento, drained
- 3/4 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Prepare pasta according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Gradually whisk in flour until smooth; cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Gradually whisk in 2 cups milk and next 3 ingredients; cook, whisking constantly, 3 to 5 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Cheddar cheese and pimiento until melted and smooth. Remove from heat, and stir in pasta.
- Pour macaroni mixture into a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Stir together breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese; sprinkle over mixture. Bake at 350u0b0 for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
elbow macaroni, butter, allpurpose, milk, salt, ground red pepper, garlic, cheddar cheese, pimiento, breadcrumbs, freshly grated parmesan cheese
Taken from www.myrecipes.com/recipe/golden-baked-macaroni-pimiento-cheese (may not work)