2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked according to pkg instructions and drain
3 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
1/2 tsp salt
dash of pepper
2 cups milk
1/4 cup chopped onion
8 oz cheddar cheese
top with italian bread crumbs or crumbled ritz crackers (optional)
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
In saucepan, melt butter; blend in flour, salt and pepper. Add milk. Cook and stir until thick and bubbly. Add the onion and the cheese. Stir until melted.
Mix the cheese sauce with the macaroni. Put into a 1, 1/2 quart casserole or an 8x10 pan
Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes. Serves 6
