Ingredients
1½ cups elbow macaroni
3 tablespoons butter or margarine
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
½ teaspoon salt
Dash of pepper
¼ cup minced onion (optional)
2 cups shredded sharp process cheese
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Cook macaroni in boiling, salted water until tender; drain.
Melt butter; blend in flour. Add milk. Cook and stir until thick. Add salt, pepper, cheese and onion if desired; stir until cheese is melted.
Mix sauce with macaroni. Turn into a 1½-quart casserole. Bake about 45 minutes, or until bubbly and browned.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.
Story behind the recipe
Angie's Mom makes the best Mac & Cheese! It's simple, but very good. I've made it several times, and I usually add a little more cheese, but this is perfect either way.