Smoked Sausage Mac ’N’ Cheese

With Scott Pete Smoked Sausage and creamy cheddar cheese, this will be your go-to recipe.

Ingredients

• 1 package Scott Pete Polish Sausage
• 1 8oz. block sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 box elbow macaroni
• 4 cups milk
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• salt

Directions

1. Over medium heat, brown the sausage in a large skillet.  Remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
2. Grate cheese using a box grater.  (can also use pre-shredded cheese, about 2 cups)
3. Cook the pasta according to instructions, drain and set aside.
4. Microwave milk until warm, about 2.5 minutes.
5. In a large stockpot, melt butter over medium heat.
6. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
7. Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly until it has all been added.
8. Cook, stirring frequently until thick, about 5 minutes.
9. Reduce heat to low and gradually add cheese, stirring constantly, until melted.
10. Add a dash of salt.
11. Add pasta and sausage to pot and mix well.
12. Serve immediately.