Macaroni And Cheese - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. elbow macaroni
3 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. pepper
2 c. milk
8 oz. pkg. grated sharp American cheese
1/4 c. finely chopped onion (optional)

Preparation

Cook macaroni in boiling salted water until tender; drain. In saucepan, melt butter.
Blend flour, salt and pepper.
Add milk; cook and stir until thick and bubbly.
Add onion (optional) and cheese; stir until melted.