Classic Macaroni 'N Cheese

Ingredients:

• 4 Tbsp. Country Crock® Spread, divided
• 1 1/2 cups fresh bread crumbs
• 4 tsp. all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 cups 2% milk, divided
• 8 slices American cheese
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
• 8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked and drained

Directions:

1. Melt 2 tablespoons Country Crock® Spread, then combine with bread crumbs; set aside.
2. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons Country Crock® Spread in 4-quart saucepan over medium heat and cook flour, stirring occasionally, 1 minute. Stir in 1/2 cup milk with wire whisk. Bring just to a boil, stirring frequently. Stir in remaining 1 cup milk. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes or until thickened.
3. Remove from heat, then stir in cheese, salt and pepper until cheese is melted. Stir in macaroni, then turn into 8-inch baking pan; top with bread crumbs.
4. Broil until breadcrumbs are lightly browned.

• Cost per recipe*: $4.94
  
  Cost per serving*: $1.24
  
  *Based on average retail prices at national supermarkets.