1 pkg. macaroni
2 1/2 tbsp. butter
2 1/2 tbsp. flour
2 1/2 c. milk
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/2 lb. yellow American cheese, diced or grated
1/3 c. bread crumbs
1 1/2 tbsp. melted butter

Cook macaroni as directed. Melt butter in heavy saucepan. Blend in flour. Stir milk in slowly; heat to simmering, being careful not to burn. Add seasonings and cheese; stir until smooth. Add drained macaroni and transfer to a shallow, buttered baking dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs mixed with melted butter. Bake 20 minutes in 400 degrees oven. Makes 4 to 6 servings.