MAC AND CHEESE WITH APPLEWOOD SMOKED BACON
This is your basic mac and cheese recipe, with a couple simple additions that I think made it one of the best I've tried/made (and I've tried/made a lot).
Provided by foodgoblin
Categories Weeknight
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook bacon and set aside on paper towels to drain.
- Cook noodles, al dente, drain and set aside.
- For sauce: melt 3-4 tablesppons butter and whisk in equal amount of flour to form a paste.
- Add the half cup or so of pureed, or finely chopped, onion and stir for minute or so to cook the onion.
- Add the heavy cream and milk.
- Cook until smooth.
- Add the cheese, cubed or grated is fine, cook until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and CAYENNE to taste.
- Combine the sauce with drained noodles and stir in frozen peas.
- Pour into baking dish and top with crushed mixture of chips and panko crumbs.
- Cook for about 20 minutes at 400 and then top with a few pats of butter and continue cooking til bubbly and brown.
- Enjoy!
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Sultan Miya
m_sultan@yahoo.comThis mac and cheese was amazing! The bacon added a delicious smoky flavor, and the cheese sauce was perfectly creamy. I would definitely make this again.
Bethany Francis
bethany-francis47@hotmail.co.ukI'm not a big fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe was actually really good! The applewood smoked bacon added a nice flavor, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
Sona Malik
s-m@yahoo.comThis mac and cheese was delicious! The bacon added a nice smoky flavor, and the cheese sauce was perfectly creamy. I would definitely make this again.
MALIK_AKARMA _KHOKHAR
m@gmail.comThis mac and cheese was a bit too cheesy for my taste. I think I might have used too much cheese. Next time, I'll try using less cheese.
Ani Joseph
j_ani58@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe was actually really good! The applewood smoked bacon added a nice flavor, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
Eva Marie Montecillo
e.m@aol.comThis mac and cheese was amazing! The bacon added a delicious smoky flavor, and the cheese sauce was perfectly creamy. I would definitely make this again.
Melissa Dodd
m_d@yahoo.comThis mac and cheese was a bit bland for my taste. I think I might have used a cheese that was too mild. Next time, I'll try using a sharper cheese.
Avondre Kelly
kelly98@yahoo.comThis mac and cheese was easy to make and turned out great! The bacon added a nice smoky flavor, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
Jahanzaib Memon
jahanzaib_m@hotmail.comI loved this mac and cheese! The bacon added a delicious smoky flavor, and the cheese sauce was perfectly creamy. I would definitely make this again.
Ammar studio
ammar72@aol.comThis mac and cheese was a bit too rich for my taste. The cheese sauce was very heavy, and the bacon was a bit too salty.
Miss Michelle
m_michelle88@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe was actually really good! The applewood smoked bacon added a nice flavor, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
Siham Seman
s33@hotmail.frThis mac and cheese was just okay. The bacon was a bit too salty for my taste, and the cheese sauce was a little thin.
Jamel Jaouhari
j@hotmail.comI made this mac and cheese for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the smoky flavor of the bacon and the creamy cheese sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
AYHAM ALMOHAMD
almohamd50@yahoo.comThis recipe is a keeper! The applewood smoked bacon added a delicious smoky flavor to the mac and cheese. I also loved the crispy breadcrumb topping.
samikhan Sherani
s.sherani84@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly, but my mac and cheese turned out dry and bland. I think I might have overcooked the pasta, or maybe I didn't use enough cheese sauce.
Fuade Mohammad
m@gmail.comThis mac and cheese was so easy to make and turned out perfectly. The bacon added a nice smoky flavor, and the cheese sauce was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again!
Nadine Plaza
n-p31@hotmail.comI've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The applewood smoked bacon gives it such a unique and delicious flavor. I also love that it's a one-pot dish, so cleanup is a breeze.
Shah Israr
israr_shah1@yahoo.comThis mac and cheese with applewood smoked bacon was an absolute delight! The bacon added a smoky and savory flavor that perfectly complemented the creamy cheese sauce. The pasta was cooked al dente, and the whole dish was topped with a crispy breadcr