Gluten-Free Mac and Cheese

• butter↗2 tablespoons
• salt↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• black pepper↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• milk, of choice↗2 cups
• cornstarch↗1 tablespoon
• shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided↗2 cups
• gluten-free elbow macaroni↗16 ounces

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

2. 2

   Grease 9 x 13 inch baking dish.

3. 3

   Cook macaroni as directed on package, BUT, reduce cooking time so it is still firm. Drain and set aside.

4. 4

   Melt butter in saucepan.

5. 5

   Stir in salt and pepper, remove from heat.

6. 6

   In a large bowl, whisk cornstarch and milk until smooth.

7. 7

   Whisk milk mix into butter mix and blend well.

8. 8

   Stir constantly over medium heat until thickened, (about 5 minutes), remove from heat.

9. 9

   Stir 1 cup of the cheese into sauce until melted: reserve 1 cup of cheese for topping.

10. 10

    Combine cheese mix with macaroni and spoon into prepared dish.

11. 11

    Top with remaining cheese.

12. 12

    Bake uncovered 25 - 30 minutes or until cheese is toasted.