Make Ahead Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients:

• 1 pound box macaroni, prepared according to package
• 5 Tablespoons butter
• 5 Tablespoons flour
• 3 cups warm milk
• 1 package shredded cheese
• 4 ouncesVelveeta cheese, small cubes
• 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup Panko

Instructions:

1. Prepare macaroni, drain and set aside.
2. Over medium heat, make a roux with the butter and flour.  Cook a couple of minutes.
3. Slowly add warm milk, stirring until thickened.
4. Season with dry mustard, salt, and pepper to taste
5. Remove from heat and stir in cheeses until cheeses are melted and sauce is smooth.
6. Toss macaroni in the cheese sauce
7. Pour into a prepared 9 X13 baking dish, cover and refrigerate until about 2 hours before serving
8. Allow to come to room temperature, sprinkle with Panko, spray with PAM butter spray, and then bake in a 350 degree or higher oven until bubbly and lightly browned.