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Bacon and crumbled mac and cheese

Bacon and Crumbled Mac and Cheese

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 12 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup smoked gouda cheese shredded
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F; grease a 9x13-inch dish. Cook bacon in a large skillet until very crispy; drain on paper towels and crumble.
  2. Cook macaroni according to package until al dente; drain and set aside.
  3. Melt butter with 2 tablespoons reserved bacon fat in a large pot over medium; whisk in flour and cook 2 minutes.
  4. Slowly whisk in milk and cream constantly about 6-7 minutes until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat; stir in cheddar, gouda, mustard, salt, and pepper until completely melted and smooth.
  6. Fold in macaroni and three-quarters of bacon to distribute evenly.
  7. Spread evenly in dish.
  8. Mix panko with remaining bacon; sprinkle over top.
  9. Bake 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top; garnish with parsley before serving.