Jun 04 2026
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Zander The Great Mac'n Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Shelter Restaurant
Time30m
Serves4

MILD CHEDDAR CHEESE & PARMESAN - ADD BACON /3

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Ingredients

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Pasta and Cheese

Bacon

Sauce

Method

Cooking Pasta

  1. 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.

Preparing Bacon

  1. 2

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

Making Cheese Sauce

  1. 3

    Prepare the Cheese Sauce

    In the same skillet, 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 salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir in the cheddar and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

Combining Ingredients

  1. 4

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce. Stir in the crispy bacon.

Serving

  1. 5

    Serve

    Transfer the mac and cheese to a serving dish and enjoy hot!

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