Classic Macaroni and Cheese
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 6
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
- 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion (optional)
- 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/8 tsp. pepper
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups (8 oz.) Sargento® Fine Cut Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese, divided
Directions
Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion, if desired, in butter 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in flour, salt and pepper. Gradually add milk and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
Remove from heat. Add 1-1/2 cups cheese and stir until cheese is melted. Combine cheese sauce with cooked macaroni. Pour into 1-1/2-quart casserole; top with remaining cheese. Bake in preheated 350°F oven 30 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is lightly browned.