POTLUCK BACON MAC & CHEESE

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This wholesome mac & cheese is slow-cooker easy. Make it during the week or take it to your next potluck!-Kelly Silvers, Edmond, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound bacon strips, chopped
1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1/2 paprika, optional
2 cans (12 ounces each) evaporated milk
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Fold two 18-in.-long pieces of foil into two 18x4-in. strips. Line perimeter of a 4-qt. slow cooker with foil strips; spray with cooking spray., In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels, reserving drippings. In same skillet, heat 2 tablespoons bacon drippings over medium heat; cook pasta in drippings 2 minutes or until edges turn translucent. Transfer to slow cooker., In same skillet, heat 1/4 cup bacon drippings over medium heat. Add flour, garlic powder, onion powder and, if desired, paprika. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until flour begins to turn pale golden brown. Gradually whisk in milk and broth. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheeses; transfer to slow cooker. Stir in pasta. Cook, covered, on low 2-3 hours or until pasta is tender. Top with bacon.

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This mac and cheese was a hit at my potluck! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Ramzan Jaani
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I made this mac and cheese for my family and they loved it! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the bacon adds a nice crispy texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Mosala Tleru
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This mac and cheese is amazing! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Ave Avepet90
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This recipe was easy to follow and the mac and cheese turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Deanna Whitlow
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This mac and cheese was a hit at my potluck! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Meerab Munir
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I made this mac and cheese for my family and they loved it! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the bacon adds a nice crispy texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Wenagade Wader
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This mac and cheese is amazing! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Bhikea Ghanshyam
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This recipe was easy to follow and the mac and cheese turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Amy Melegrito
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This mac and cheese was a hit at my potluck! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Takia Gillis
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I've tried many mac and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the bacon adds a nice crispy texture. I highly recommend this recipe!


Katy Shively
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The bacon added a nice smoky flavor to the mac and cheese. I will definitely be making this again.