Bacon Mac Recipe
Crispy bacon and creamy mac & cheese
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Bacon
Cheese Sauce
Topping
Method
Pasta
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Bacon
- 2
Cheese Sauce
- 3
- 4
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to cook, whisking frequently, until the mixture thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
- 5
Add Cheese and Seasonings
Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth and creamy.
Combine
- 6
Mix Everything Together
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, cheese sauce, and crumbled bacon. Mix well until the macaroni is evenly coated.
- 7
Prepare for Baking
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the macaroni mixture into a greased baking dish.
- 8
Add Topping
In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the macaroni and cheese.
- 9
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Serve
- 10
Serve
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your crispy bacon mac and cheese!
