(That quintessential American must-try dish)

Ingredients

1 packet macaroni
4 tbsp butter
4 tbsp flour
1 cup milk
1 cup cream
1/2 tsp salt
fresh ground black pepper to taste
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup breadcrumbs, buttered

Method
– Preheat oven to 400°F
– Cook and drain macaroni according to package directions; set aside
– In a large saucepan melt butter. Add flour mixed with salt and pepper, using a whisk to stir until well blended
– Pour milk and cream in gradually stirring constantly. Bring to boiling point and boil for 2 minutes, again stirring constantly. Reduce heat and cook (stirring constantly) 10 minutes
– Add shredded cheddar little by little and simmer an additional 5 minutes, or until cheese melts
– Turn off flame
– Add macaroni to the saucepan and toss to coat with the cheese sauce
– Transfer macaroni to a buttered baking dish. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs
– Bake for 20 minutes until the top is golden brown