Enhanced Tillamook Cheddar Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

Macaroni

8 ounces

Unsalted butter

4 tablespoons

All-purpose flour

1/4 cup

Milk

2 cups

Tillamook cheddar cheese

2 cups, shredded

Salt

1 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Bread crumbs

1 cup

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour, salt, and black pepper until smooth and bubbly, about 1 minute.
4. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring continuously until the mixture comes to a gentle boil. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until thickened.
5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded Tillamook cheddar cheese until fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
6. Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce, stirring well to ensure all pasta is coated.
7. Transfer the cheesy macaroni mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
8. Sprinkle the top evenly with bread crumbs to create a crispy topping.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbly.
10. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving, and enjoy your deliciously cheesy creation!