1 (4 pound) whole macaroni
1 bay leaf, torn in half
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1 tablespoon dried tarragon
10 large onion, chopped
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
Meanwhile, saute onions and Cheddar in the same pot. Season with salt and pepper, adjust seasonings and serve.