Lite Macaroni & Cheese

Directions

1. 1
   In a saucepan, over low heat, melt butter.
2. 2
   Add flour; stir with a wooden spoon 3 minutes or until sauce is frothy and taste of flour is gone.
3. 3
   Gradually whisk in the milk and continue heating until sauce is just at the boiling point.
4. 4
   Turn down the heat; let simmer a few minutes.
5. 5
   Add pepper and hot suauce but, don't use sauce too sparingly as it helps to bring out the taste of the cheese.
6. 6
   Stir in the evaporated milk; simmer briefly or until the flavors are blended.
7. 7
   Stir 3/4 of the cheese into the simmering sauce and stirring until melted.
8. 8
   Combine cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni and pour into a 9 x 13 baking dish.
9. 9
   Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
10. 10
    Bake at 350 for 30 mintues.