Apple Cider Macaroni and Cheese

Step 2 Prepare and cook onions and apples

While the water is heating and the pasta is boiling, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Peel and slice the onion into thin quarter circles (or smaller pieces).  Add the onion to the melted butter. Sprinkle on a teaspoon of salt. Salt helps draw moisture out of the cells. Stir occasionally and cook until onions are a rich golden brown.

While onions are cooking, peel, core, and grate the apple. Add the apple to the onions when the onions are brown enough for your liking. Cook the apple with the onion until the apple is softened and most of the water evaporated.