Baked macaroni western style recipe
Recipe ingredients:
- 2 cups macaroni, uncooked
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 3 tablespoons light cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup tomatoes, chopped
- 3 tablespoons green chile, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt, to taste
Recipe method:
- Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Drain well.
- Meanwhile, warm the milk and cream in a small saucepan over medium heat, or in a glass measuring cup in a microwave oven for about 2 minutes. Do not boil.
- In another saucepan, melt the butter and add flour, stirring until a paste forms.
- Pour the warmed milk into the butter mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until thick and creamy.
- Add cheese a little at a time, stirring until melted. Stir in tomatoes, chile and seasonings.
- Combine the hot macaroni and the sauce, blending well. Pour into a buttered, 2-quart casserole dish.
- Bake uncovered at 400 degrees F for 35 to 40 minutes or until top is nicely browned.
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