DRESSED-UP BACON MAC AND CHEESE
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 2-quart shallow casserole dish. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the macaroni until al dente, about 5 minutes. Drain; transfer the pasta to the prepared casserole dish along with 1/4 cup of the cold milk. (This will cool the pasta and prevent it from becoming gummy.)
- 2. Meanwhile, mix the cheeses together in a small bowl. Beat the eggs with 1/4 cup of the milk in a medium bowl. Add the scallions, bread and half of the cheese to the egg mixture; set aside.
- 3. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp; transfer to paper towels to drain. Discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings from the pan. Add the onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until just brown, about 4 minutes. Stir in the flour, cayenne pepper and 1 teaspoon salt; cook for 2 minutes. Slowly add the remaining 1 3/4 cups milk and 3/4 cup water to the skillet. Bring to a boil, whisking until thick. Remove the sauce from the heat and whisk to cool slightly. Whisk in the remaining cheese. Add the sauce to the macaroni; stir to combine.
- 4. Crumble up the bacon and add it to the egg/bread mixture. Spread evenly over the pasta. Place the casserole dish on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown, about 35 to 40 minutes. Remove from the oven; let sit 5 minutes before serving.
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Brendan Hughes
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out terrible. The macaroni was overcooked and the cheese sauce was lumpy.
Jawad Rizwan
[email protected]This recipe is a bit too cheesy for my taste. I would recommend using less cheese or adding some other ingredients to balance out the flavor.
aondona samuel
[email protected]I'm not a fan of macaroni and cheese, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The bacon and cheese sauce were delicious.
Ty Freeman
[email protected]I made this recipe for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best mac and cheese they've ever had.
Sher alam Madaripur
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The macaroni is cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce is rich and flavorful.
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[email protected]I'm not a big fan of bacon, but I still really enjoyed this recipe. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful that it makes up for the bacon.
Nassim Zalwango stenback
[email protected]This is the perfect recipe for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews.
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[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can add different vegetables, meats, or cheeses to create different flavor combinations.
tina Ehigbai
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The bacon adds a lot of flavor and the cheese sauce is creamy and delicious.
Myra Oates
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great comfort food meal.
Niya Munir
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I love that I can use different types of cheese to create different flavor combinations.
mkamranjaan101 Ali khan
[email protected]I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
Muheed Khan
[email protected]This is the best mac and cheese I've ever had! The combination of bacon, cheese, and macaroni is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe.
Koli 90
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The macaroni was cooked al dente and the cheese sauce was smooth and flavorful. The bacon added a nice crispy texture.
Fahad Memon
[email protected]This bacon mac and cheese was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this again.