Mel's Creamy Mac & Cheese

Name: Mel's Creamy Mac & Cheese
Ingredients: 1 lb cooked macaroni; 6 tbs butter; 6 tbs flour; 3 1/2 C. milk; 3 C shredded sharp cheddar cheese (add more if you would like more creamy); 2 sleeves Ritz Crackers or bread crumbs

A classic baked macaroni and cheese with a rich, creamy sharp cheddar sauce and a crispy Ritz cracker topping.

Method

Melt butter over medium heat.
Add flour, whisking constantly (do not allow to brown). Cook for 1 minute.
Add milk all at once. Whisk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until very thick and bubbly.
Cook an additional 10 minutes stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat, stir in cheese.
Mix in cooked macaroni.
Transfer to a buttered 9x13 baking dish.
Top with crushed Ritz Crackers or toasted bread crumbs.
Place pads of butter over top.
Bake in 350 degree oven for 20-25 minutes or until top is golden brown.