Creamy Bacon Mac and Cheese
"Smooth Mac and cheese"
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Creamy Bacon Mac and Cheese
ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 6 slices bacon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Cook the macaroni according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- 2.
In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from the skillet, crumble, and set aside.
- 3.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes.
- 4.
Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth and creamy. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
- 5.
Reduce the heat to low. Add the cheddar and Gruyere cheeses, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until melted and smooth.
- 6.
Remove from heat and fold in the cooked macaroni until well coated.
- 7.
Serve the mac and cheese in bowls, topping each portion with the crumbled bacon.
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