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Egg Noodle and Cheese Casserole

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This Egg Noodle and Cheese Casserole, made with sharp cheddar cheese and a rich, creamy texture, is a beloved family recipe.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings 10

Ingredients

  • 12 oz bag wide egg noodles
  • ¼ cup flour
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 ritz crackers

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    Grease a 9x13 casserole dish.
  • Boil egg noodles to al dente stage. Place noodles in a large bowl and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan. Stir in flour. Add a little milk to make a roux. Continue adding the remaining milk, stirring constantly. Add 2 cups of sharp cheddar cheese. Once cheese is melted in and mixture is smooth, remove from heat.
  • Pour cheese sauce over noodles and stir until the noodles are coated. Salt and pepper to taste. Pour the noodles into the greased casserole dish. Top with remaining cheese.
  • Crush ritz crackers and sprinkle over the top.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes. Cracker crumbs should be browned, and cheese melted.