2 tbsp. butter
1/4 c. unsifted flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 1/2 c. milk
2 c. grated Cheddar cheese
8 oz. elbow macaroni, cooked 6 min. and drained
1/4 c. fresh bread crumbs

In 2 quart saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour, salt, msutard and pepper until smooth. Remove from heat.

Gradually stir in milk until smooth, stirring constantly. Cook over medium heat about 10 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of cheese until melted. Turn macaroni into 2 quart (greased) casserole. Pour cheese mixture over macaroni, mix well.

Mix remaining cheese and bread crumbs; sprinkle over top of casserole. Bake in 375 degree oven for about 25 minutes or until lightly browned. Makes 6 servings.