Macaroni and Cheese

Macaroni and Cheese

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1 lb elbow macaroni (about 4 cups uncooked)
1/4 cup butter
4 T flour
2 cups milk
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp dry mustard
3 cups grated Cheddar Cheese

Cook macaroni in boiling, salted water according to package directions and drain. In a large saucepan, melt butter. Add flour and stir. Pour in milk and cook, stirring constantly, until thick. Add salt, pepper and dry mustard, then add 2 1/2 cups of the cheese and stir just until cheese is melted. Remove from heat and add cooked macaroni and mix together. Pour into 9"x13" baking pan, sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese on top and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.