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10		ounces (2 cups) dried uncooked elbow macaroni
3		tablespoons LAND O LAKES® Butter
2		tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4		teaspoon salt
1/8		teaspoon pepper
2		cups LAND O LAKES® Traditional Half & Half or milk
1		(3/4-pound) slice LAND O LAKES® Deli American Cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Heat oven to 350°F. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain.

Melt butter in 3-quart saucepan until sizzling; stir in flour, salt and pepper. Add half & half; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens (5 to 7 minutes).

Reduce heat to low; stir in cheese. Cook until cheese is melted (3 to 5 minutes). Add cooked macaroni; mix well.

Spoon into ungreased 2-quart casserole. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through.

Recipe Tip
Add 1 cup chopped cooked ham, 1/2 cup chopped red or green bell pepper or 1/2 cup drained mushroom stems and pieces.

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