Bacon-Infused Cheddar Mac & Cheese
Ingredients List
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1 ¾ cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
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3 tablespoons butter or margarine
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2 tablespoons flour
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2 cups milk, or as needed
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2 cups KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided
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3 slices OSCAR MAYER Center Cut Bacon, cooked, crumbled
Cooking Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
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Meanwhile, melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Stir in flour, cooking for about 2 minutes until bubbly and thick. Gradually whisk in milk and simmer over medium heat, stirring until the mixture is smooth and thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of cheddar cheese and cook until fully melted, about 5 minutes.
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Add the cooked macaroni and crispy bacon to the cheese sauce, gently stirring to combine. Add more milk if necessary to evenly coat the pasta. Transfer the mixture to a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
Cooking Tip
If you prefer a milder taste, you can substitute mild Cheddar cheese instead.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 631 | Calories |
| 37g | Fat |
| 45g | Carbs |
| 30g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 631 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 37g | 47% |
| Saturated Fat 23g | 114% |
| Cholesterol 109mg | 36% |
| Sodium 950mg | 41% |
| Total Carbohydrate 45g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 6% |
| Protein 30g | 59% |
| Vitamin C 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium 559mg | 43% |
| Iron 2mg | 9% |
| Potassium 292mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5