Mac and White Cheddar CheeseSubmitted by: Jeanette Thompson
2 pats of butter
2 tablespoons Flour
2 cups milk
2 cups white cheddar cheese
1 cup Italian blend cheese
1 cup parmesan reggiano cheese
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
Pepper to taste
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup dried bread crumbs
1 teaspoon rosemary
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon dried or fresh parsley
1 1/2 pounds pasta with ridges ( cooked and drained) Penne works well
Make a roué with the butter and flour- cook approx. 2 min. Add milk slowly while whisking. Cook until think and bubbly. Add cheeses. Stir until smooth. Add onion, garlic salt, and pepper. Drain pasta and add to cheese mixture. Mix extra virgin olive oil with the remaining ingredients. Put mac and cheese in casserole dish; evenly spread the bread crumb mixture on top. Broil 1-2 min. until lightly browned. Serve immediately.