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Chili Mac and Cheese

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Courtesy of Mr. Food Test Kitchen
Servings: 6
Prep Time: n/a
Cook Time: 40 Min.
What you need:
* 1 lb. elbow macaroni
* 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter
* 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
* 1 tsp. ground mustard
* 1 tsp. salt
* 1/2 tsp. black pepper
* 2 c. milk
* 2 1/2 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
* 2 (15-ounce) cans chili with beans
* 1 c. French-fried onions
What to do:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
2. In a large pot, cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
3. In the same pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add flour, mustard, salt, and pepper; mix well. Gradually add milk and cook until thickened, stirring constantly. Add 2 cups cheese and continue stirring until melted. Remove from heat and stir in macaroni. Spoon mixture into baking dish.
4. Pour chili evenly over macaroni and cheese, and top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Sprinkle French-fried onions over top.
5. Bake 25 to 30 minutes, or until heated through and golden.

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