Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAmericanaLoaded Mac & Cheese Recipe

Loaded Mac & Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Americana
Time45m
Serves4

Goat Cheese Cream Sauce, Peppered Brown Sugar Bacon, Spinach, Roasted Mushrooms, Peppered Goat Cheese, Toasted Bread Crumbs

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Bacon

    In a skillet, cook the peppered bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet, crumble, and set aside.

  3. 3

    Sauté the Spinach and Mushrooms

    In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté the chopped mushrooms until golden brown. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and black pepper.

  4. 4

    Make the Goat Cheese Cream Sauce

    In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream and goat cheese over low heat. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, sautéed spinach and mushrooms, crumbled bacon, and goat cheese cream sauce. Mix well until everything is evenly coated.

  6. 6

    Prepare for Baking

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with crumbled peppered goat cheese and bread crumbs.

  7. 7

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

  8. 8

    Serve

    Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Loaded Mac & Cheese!

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