Serves: 6
2 tablespoons flour
½ teaspoon salt
6 ounces elbow macaroni
¼ teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon of paprika
¼ teaspoon of dry mustard
2 cups milk
3 tablespoons butter
1 small onions - finely chopped
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
Preheat oven to 350º.
Cook elbow macaroni for 7 minutes in boiling water. Prepare a roux by melting 3 Tbs. butter and adding the flour, salt, pepper and mustard. Add milk and stir frequently until thickens. Add onion and grated cheese. Stir until cheese has melted over low heat. Combine pasta and cheese mixture and place in oiled 2.5 qt. casserole dish. Top with a sprinkle of paprika.
Bake at 350º for 45 minutes.