Easy Stove-Top Macaroni & Cheese

An easy way to do macaroni and cheese when there is little time until dinner. No baking required.

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces elbow macaroni
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 dash black pepper
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or 8 ounces cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. Cook macaroni according to package directions.
2. In medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; stir in flour, salt and pepper; slowly add milk.
3. Cook and stir until bubbly.
4. Stir in cheese until melted.
5. Drain macaroni; add to cheese sauce; stir to coat.