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Ingredients
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For the 4 Cheese Mac and Cheese
Method
Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Make the Cheese Sauce
In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. Add the shredded cheddar, monterey jack, parmesan, and cream cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- 4
Combine Everything
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce. Stir in the crumbled bacon, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until well combined.
- 5
Prepare for Baking
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle the top with bread crumbs.
- 6
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- 7
Serve
Let the mac and cheese cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, bacon-infused delight!
