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BIG KID MAC & CHEESE Recipe

Inspired by Twisted Ranch
Time30m
Serves4

House-made cheese sauce tossed in pasta with cheesy bacon ranch, house-smoked brisket, and bacon, topped with crumbled tater tots and green onion.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Instructions

1

Prepare the Pasta

Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2

Cook the Bacon

In a skillet, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until crispy. Remove from skillet, crumble, and set aside. Leave some grease in the skillet.

3

Make the Cheese Sauce

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add the milk while whisking continuously until smooth and slightly thickened. Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Add ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.

4

Combine Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cheese sauce, crumbled bacon, and house-smoked brisket. Mix well to ensure everything is coated.

5

Serve

Transfer the mac and cheese to a serving dish. Top with crumbled tater tots and sliced green onions. Enjoy!

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