Creamy Macaroni & Cheese

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 6 T. butter, divided
• 3 T. all-purpose flour
• 2 c. milk
• 8-oz. pkg. cream cheese, cubed
• 2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 t. spicy brown mustard
• 1/2 t. salt
• 1/4 t. pepper
• 7-oz. pkg. elbow macaroni, cooked
• 3/4 c. soft bread crumbs
• 2 T. fresh parsley, minced

Preparation

Step 1

Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat; add cheeses, mustard, salt and pepper. Stir until cheeses are melted and sauce is smooth. Add macaroni and stir to coat.

Transfer to a lightly greased 3-quart casserole dish.

In a separate saucepan, melt remaining butter and toss with bread crumbs and parsley; sprinkle over macaroni.

Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden.

Makes 6 to 8 servings.