Classic Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons All- Purpose Flour
• 1/4 Cup Frozen Peas
• 2 Tablespoons Butter
• 2 Cups Milk
• 1/2 Teaspoon Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
• 1/4 Teaspoon Ground Red Pepper
• 1/2 Pound Elbow Macaroni
• 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Directions

1. Cook the macaroni until al dente, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add flour and whisk for 2 minutes until smooth. Gradually stir in milk and keep whisking for 5 minutes, or until thickened. Turn off heat and add pasta, cheddar cheese, frozen peas, salt & pepper.
3. Allow the macaroni & cheese to rest for 5 minutes before serving.