5 Cheese Mac n’ Cheese Recipe

Cook the Pasta

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the shell pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Caramelize the Onions

In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until caramelized, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Make the Bechamel Sauce

In a large saucepan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.

Add the Cheeses

Lower the heat and add the cream cheese, Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and cheddar blend to the béchamel sauce. Stir until all cheeses are melted and combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Combine Pasta and Sauce

Add the cooked shell pasta and caramelized onions to the cheese sauce, stirring until the pasta is fully coated.

Prepare for Baking

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac n' cheese mixture to a greased baking dish.

Top with Crumble

In a bowl, combine the crushed potato chips and crumbled bacon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the mac n' cheese.

Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

Serve

Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm.