Recipe: Company Macaroni and Cheese (using cream cheese and cheddar)

Company Macaroni and Cheese
Source: Taste of Home Magazine - June/July 99
Servings: 6

1 (7-ounce) package elbow macaroni
6 tablespoons butter or margarine, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 8-ounce package cream cheese, cubed
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
2 teaspoons spicy brown mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk.

Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat; add cheeses, mustard, salt, and pepper. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.

Drain macaroni; add to the cheese sauce and stir to coat. Transfer to a greased shallow 3-quart baking dish. Melt the remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs and parsley. Sprinkle over macaroni.

Bake, uncovered, at 400F for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.