3 tbsp. butter
6 or 7 oz. elbow macaroni (uncooked)
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
8 oz. Sharp cheese, shredded
1 qt. milk

In oven, melt butter in 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Add macaroni, salt and pepper. Stir to coat macaroni with butter. Sprinkle with cheese. Pour milk over macaroni and cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until most liquid is absorbed and top is golden brown.