Homemade Macaroni And Cheese

Winter evenings call for cozy meals. This is a recipe shared with me by Rhett's friends at the theatre. Try it...you wont be disappointed. Promise. : )

Homemade Macaroni And Cheese

Ingredients:

1. 1 bag Lay's Potato Chips
2. 1 pound elbow macaroni
3. 1/2 cup butter plus 2 Tablespoons
4. 1/2 cup flour
5. 1 teaspoon salt
6. 1/2 teaspoon pepper
7. 4 cups milk
8. 4 cups shredded cheese mixture...any kind you have. I use a cheddar mixture.

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray 13x9 baking dish.
2. Cook and drain macaroni. Set aside.
3. Melt 1/2 cup butter in large saucepan.
4. Add flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
5. Gradually add milk and bring to a boil.
6. Add cheese mixture and stir until melted.
7. Add 3/4 melted cheese mixture to macaroni. Mix.
8. Pour into prepared baking dish.
9. Pour remaining cheese mixture on top.
10. Melt 2 tablespoons butter.
11. Crush 2 cups potato chips and mix with butter.
12. Sprinkle on top of macaroni.
13. Bake uncovered 30 to 35 minutes.
14. Sprinkle more chips on top, if desired.