Ingredients for Macaroni Cheese With Bacon
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups homogenized milk
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 8 ounces bacon, diced
- 16 ounces macaroni
- 2 cups shredded old cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons reserved bacon grease
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
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How to Make Macaroni Cheese With Bacon
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease.
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain well.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in salt, pepper, mustard powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar and Gruyere cheese until melted and smooth.
- Stir in cooked macaroni and reserved bacon.
- In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and melted butter.
- Pour macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle bread crumb mixture evenly over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
40 g
Sugar
41g
Fat
152g
Carbs
23g