Mac and Cheese

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Macaroni and Cheese 




This is a recipe that was posted as a copy cat of Noodles and Co.  It is a bit on the bland side for my liking.  Perhaps some white pepper would jazz it up a bit.  It made a very large amount so I have a ton of leftovers.  It would probably be good with some tuna or shredded/cubed chicken mixed in.  It took a very long time for the roux to thicken so be prepared with extra time.  I would say it took cooking the roux 30 minutes.  Here it is:

1 lb. macaroni
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
3 cups milk
1/2 tsp salt
3 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
shredded cheddar cheese

Cook macaroni according to directions on package. Set aside.
In saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until well combined. Slowly stir in milk, and whisk until thickened. Add salt and remove from heat. Add monterey jack cheese and stir until melted.

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