Makeover Creamy Mac & Cheese

• 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups fat-free half-and-half
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups fat-free milk
• 3 cups shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cups soft bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• sliced cherry tomatoes and minced chives

1. Preheat oven to 350u0b0. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain.
2. Meanwhile, in small bowl, whisk flour, seasonings and half-and-half until smooth. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in half-and-half mixture. Add milk. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly; remove from heat. Add cheese; stir until melted. Stir in macaroni. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray.
3. For optional topping, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Sprinkle over macaroni mixture; top with cheese.
4. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 25-30 minutes . Garnish as desired.

elbow macaroni, flour, garlic, pepper, salt, butter, milk, cheddar cheese, butter, onion, bread crumbs, cheddar cheese, tomatoes

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/makeover-creamy-mac-cheese/ (may not work)