Bacon Mac and Cheese
Creamy, cheesy mac and cheese with crispy bacon. A classic comfort food elevated!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 0.5 cup butter
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook macaroni according to package directions.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in cheddar cheese, bacon, salt, and pepper until melted and smooth.
- Stir in cooked macaroni. Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or cayenne pepper.