Cheryls Comforting Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

CHERYL'S COMFORTING MACARONI AND CHEESE

Steps:

• Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions.
• Drain; rinse with cold water; drain again.
• In a 12 inch skillet over medium-high heat, cook sausages until well browned on all sides and cooked through, turning frequently, about 15 minutes.
• Remove sausages to cutting board.
• In drippings remaining in the skillet over medium heat, cook pepper and onion until tender, about 8 - 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Remove to a large bowl.
• When sausages are cool enough to handle, cut them into 1/2-inch-thick slices; add to bowl with vegetables.
• Preheat oven to 375°F.
• Grease 12x8-inch baking dish.
• In 2-quart saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
• Stir in the flour; cook 1 minute.
• Whisk in the milk gradually.
• Heat to boiling, stirring frequently.
• Remove from heat.
• Stir in the cheeses, Tabasco, garlic and salt until cheese melts.
• Stir frequently.
• In a large bowl combine the sausage, macaroni, and cheese sauce.
• Spoon into prepared baking dish.
• Bake for 20 - 25 minutes until mixture is hot and bubbly.