Macaroni & Cheese Recipes

1 lb. lean ground beef
1/2 Cup chopped onion
2-1/2 Cups uncooked elbow macaroni
6 Tbs butter
1/4 Cup all-purpose flour
3 Cups milk
4 Cups shredded "Mexican" blend cheese (Or traditional cheddar if you prefer)
pepper to taste

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

2. Brown beef and onion in a frying pan. Drain and set aside.

3. Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions. Drain. Place in large casserole dish, along with ground beef and onion; mix.

4. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes; reduce heat. Stir in cheese and pepper until cheese is melted. If desired, some cheese can be reserved to sprinkle on top before baking.

5. Pour cheese over macaroni and mix well.

6. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes. Serves 6-8. Yum!