Baked Macaroni and Cheese

This is one of my absolutely favorite things to eat.

1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
3 T butter
2 T all-purpose flour
1/2 t. salt
pepper
2 cups milk
8 oz cheese (a block of Velveeta is the best)

1. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling salted water until tender; drain.

2. In saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons butter; blend in 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt and dash pepper. Add 2 cups milk; cook and stir until thick and bubbly. Add 8 ounces cheese; stir until melted.

3. Mix cheese sauce with macaroni.

4. Pour into baking dish.

5. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes or till heated through.

NOTE: I also top the macaroni with slices of Velveeta before baking.