Macaroni and Cheese

1 3/4 c. elbow macaroni
4 Tbsp. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
3 c. (12 oz) shredded Cheddar cheese
1 Tbsp. butter or margarine
4 Tbsp. butter or margarine
2 c. milk
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 c. dry bread crumbs

Cook macaroni according to package directions (7 minutes). Drain; set aside. In medium saucepan melt butter or margarine. Blend in flour, then milk; cook and stir until thick and smooth. Add salt, pepper, and cheese, heat and stir until cheese is melted. Mix sauce with macaroni. Pour into grased 1-1/2 quart casserole. Melt 1 Tbsp. butter or margarine and combine with dry bread crumbs. Sprinkle on top of macaroni and cheese. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until bubbly and lightly browned on top. Makes 6 servings.