Ingredients

The following ingredients have 5 Servings
  • 1 pound Lumaconi pasta or medium shells
  • 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ cups milk (anything but skim milk)
  • 4 ounces (about 6 slices) sliced white American cheese (from the deli counter, cut into thin strips)
  • 8 ozs extra-sharp white cheddar (shredded)
  • ¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon hot sauce (optional)

Instruction

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • In large saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute, whisking constantly.
  • Gradually whisk in milk; cook over medium heat, whisking until mixture thickens and bubbles. Remove from heat.
  • Add cheeses, mustard, salt, and hot sauce, stirring until cheese melts and sauce is smooth.
  • Stir in pasta and cook over medium heat for 1 minute (or until thoroughly heated). Serve immediately.