Carbonara Mac & Cheese Recipe
Bacon, Sauteed Mushrooms and Baby Peas in Mozzarella & Parmesan
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
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.
Prepare the Bacon and Vegetables
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove bacon, leaving the drippings in the skillet. Chop the bacon into small pieces and set aside. In the same skillet, add butter, garlic, and mushrooms. Sauté until mushrooms are browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the baby peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Make the Cheese Sauce
Reduce heat to low, add the heavy cream to the skillet with mushrooms and peas. Stir in mozzarella and parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper.
Combine Everything
Add the cooked elbow macaroni and chopped bacon to the skillet. Stir until everything is well combined and heated through.
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with extra parmesan cheese if desired.