Salsa Mac and Cheese

The boyfriend found this recipe a couple of days ago.  It was time to try something new, so I figured why not.  I can't say I'm always keen on playing with my mac and cheese, but I do love salsa and sour cream.  I'm glad I decided to try this one!!

Ingredients

• 3 cups uncooked small shell pasta, cooked and drained
• 6 Tbsp. unsalted butter
• 4 Tbsp. all purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 2 cups 2 % milk
• 1 1/2 cups sour cream
• 4 cups shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• 1 (16 oz.) jar of your favorite Medium Salsa

Instructions

1. Cook macaroni until al dente, drain, and set aside.
2. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
3. In a large pan, under medium heat, melt the butter.
4. Add the flour, and stir until smooth for about a minute.
5. Stir in the milk and sour cream while stirring until thick.
6. Add the salt and pepper and stir.
7. Stir in the cheese until melted.
8. Add the salsa, stir.
9. Add the macaroni and mix well.
10. Pour into a casserole dish, and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.
11. Serve hot.
12. Serves 6.
13. *To freeze- prepare as usual, but do not bake. Cool, cover and freeze in a freezer and oven safe container. When ready to eat, move to the refrigerator overnight to defrost, and bake as usual in the evening.
14. Enjoy!