Bacon Mac & Cheese Recipe
house made braised bacon, cheddar, parmesan, mozzarella, breadcrumbs
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, then chop into pieces.
- 2
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 3
- 4
Add Cheeses
Stir in the cheddar, parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses until melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika to taste.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Bacon
Fold the cooked macaroni and chopped bacon into the cheese sauce until well combined.
- 6
Bake the Dish
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a baking dish. Top with breadcrumbs and a drizzle of melted butter.
- 7
Cook in Oven
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- 8
Serve
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Bacon Mac & Cheese!