MACARONI AND FONTINA CHEESE

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My husband loves Mac 'n Cheese, I don't. I found this recipe on the back of a box of elbows and adapted it to suit us both.

Provided by Sweetiebarbara

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 1 Casserole Mac 'n Cheese, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces macaroni (uncooked)
3 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion (chopped, I use a large onion)
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 1/2-3 cups 1% low-fat milk
1/2 lb Fontina cheese (shredded)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)

Steps:

  • Butter 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Cook macaroni, drain, rinse under cold water, and drain again.
  • Add macaroni to casserole dish.
  • Sauté onions in butter, over medium heat, until translucent and tender.
  • Stir in flour and salt, stirring constantly.
  • Slowly add milk stirring constantly to blend.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add Fontina cheese, and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese.
  • Mix together gently, and pour into casserole dish, and mix with macaroni.
  • Top with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 350° F 30-35 minutes, or until heated through and golden on the top.

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