3/4 lb. elbow macaroni (or other noodle product)
1 1/2 sticks of butter
2 lg. diced onions
3 c. instant mashed potatoes
1 lb. sliced American cheese

Boil noodles. Meanwhile, saute butter (DO NOT BROWN). Add onions, saute until onions are light and soft. Prepare potatoes according to directions.

To prepare casserole put down one layer of noodles, one of cheese, all the mashed potatoes, another layer of cheese and noodles concluding with cheese.

Poke holes through the top cheese layer. Pour butter and onions over top, making sure the butter reaches the bottom of the pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.