Baked Macaroni & Cheese

2 T. butter or margarine
2 T. all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 cups macaroni noodles, uncooked 
(We prefer thin macaroni noodles.)
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
8 oz. slice American cheese

Heat oven to 350 degrees.  In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.  Add flour; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.  Stir in milk and seasonings; cook, stirring frequently, until mixture boils and thickens.  Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain.  Stir cheeses into sauce.  In a 2-quart baking dish, stir together pasta and cheese sauce.  Bake 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. 

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