Mom's Homemade Macaroni and Cheese

One day when the boys were small we were watching TV and came across a camping cooking show where they made this Macaroni and Cheese. We decided to try it on our next camping trip and it was a huge hit with everyone!

1 lb elbow macaroni
4 Tbsp butter
4 Tbsp flour
1/4 tsp salt
2 cups milk
2 cups mozzarella cheese (some cheddar or monterey jack cheese may be added if a yellow colored cheese sauce is required for picky eaters)
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
1 ham steak

Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain. Saute onion in butter until tender but not brown. Stir in flour, salt and pepper to taste. Add milk all at once. Cook and stir over medium heat till thickened and bubbly. Add cheese. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes more or until cheese is melted. Brown ham steak in a skillet. Dice. Add to cheese sauce. Pour cheese sauce over noodles and stir until well combined. Serve immediately.
Yield: 6-8 servings.