1 pkg. (8 oz.) elbow macaroni
1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 c. milk
8 oz. cheddar cheese, grated (2 c.)

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cook macaroni as the package label directs; drain.

Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan; remove from heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to boiling, stirring. Reduce heat, and simmer mixture 1 minute. Remove from heat.

Stir in 1 1/2 cups cheese and the macaroni. Pour into a 1 1/2-quart casserole, and sprinkle remaining cheese over top.

Bake 15 to 20 minutes, or until cheese is golden-brown. Makes 4 to 6 servings.