Old Fashioned Macaroni and Cheese

1 pound elbow macaroni 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 2 tablespoons flour 2 cups milk

1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 2-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided

Directions:
Cook macaroni according to package directions, until elbows are tender but firm. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, melt butter over medium heat in a heavy saucepan or skillet. Add flour and blend well; cook until bubbly and slightly browned. Add milk a bit at a time, stirring to remove lumps. (Remove from heat if necessary.) Cook until mixture thickens. Add salt and pepper. Stir in 2 cups cheese. Pour cheese sauce over cooked macaroni; gently stir until all the elbows are coated. Pour macaroni and cheese into a 2-quart baking dish. Bake 20 minutes or until heated through in a 350° oven. Remove from oven, top with remaining shredded cheese, and return to oven for five more minutes. Serve immediately. Serves 6.