Mac And Cheese With Bacon Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Bacon Topping
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add 2 cups of elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 7-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Making Cheese Sauce
- 2
Prepare the Roux
In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute until bubbly.
- 3
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, making sure to eliminate any lumps. Continue to cook, stirring often, until the mixture thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Incorporate Cheeses
Lower the heat and add 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and 4 oz of softened cream cheese. Stir until the cheeses are completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 5
Combining and Baking
- 6
Combine Pasta and Cheese Sauce
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
- 7
- 8
Assemble the Dish
In a baking dish, layer the mac and cheese, then top with the chopped bacon, 1 cup of breadcrumbs, and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
- 9
Bake
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the assembled mac and cheese for about 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.
- 10
Serve
Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious mac and cheese with bacon!