Homemade Baked Macaroni and Cheese

I started making this for Thanksgiving and Christmas nearly ten years ago. Honestly, that's really the only time of year that I make it. In my mind, it's just one of those rich, special occasion foods. It's so creamy and cheesy and delicious, I just don't see how anyone can resist! Enjoy!

Homemade Baked Macaroni and Cheese

What You'll Need:

• 2 cups macaroni (dry), cooked and drained
  (You can substitute a similar pasta. I used Cellentani.)
• 2 Tablespoons butter, softened
• 2 Tablespoons flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 cup milk, warmed
• 1/2 pint heavy cream
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups shredded Sharp Cheddar cheese
• 3/4 - 1 cup Italian bread crumbs
  (regular or Panko)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350.

Blend butter, flour, salt, pepper, milk and cream in blender for one minute.

Add onion and both cheeses. Blend well.

In a 2 quart casserole dish, combine the cheese mixture with the cooked pasta.

Cover with bread crumbs. 

Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.