Cheesy noodles

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
16ouncesEgg noodles
5tablespoonsButter
cupAll-purpose flour
cupMilk
½teaspoonSalt
¼teaspoonPepper
2cupsProcessed cheese, cubed
1Medium tomato, sliced, if desired
3tablespoonsButter, melted
cupDry bread crumbs

Directions

Cook noodles in boiling water to desired tenderness. Rinse with cold water; drain well. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 F. Heat 5 tablespoons butter in medium saucepan over medium heat until melted.

Stir in flour until smooth. Add milk; cook and stir until thickened.

Add salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add cheese; stir until smooth. Add noodles; toss gently.

Pour into buttered 2-quart baking dish. Top with tomato slices. Toss together melted butter and bread crumbs; sprinkle over tomatoes. Bake 25 to 30 minutes. Serve immediately. Submitted By FRANK HEMPHILL On 03-14-95