Pizza Mac and Cheese Recipe

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (16 oz)
• 1 lb bulk mild or spicy pork sausage
• 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 1/3 cup butter or margarine
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 cups milk
• 3/4 cup water
• 4 cups shredded white Cheddar cheese (16 oz)
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (6 oz)
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 20 slices pepperoni (from 3-oz package)
• Small fresh basil leaves, if desired