Loaded Mac and Cheese Casserole
A rich and creamy mac and cheese casserole loaded with extra goodies like bacon and breadcrumbs.
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Equipment
- Large pot
- Baking Dish
- Oven
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients
- 16 oz Elbow Macaroni
- 4 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 2 cups Milk
- 1/4 cup Butter melted
- 1/4 cup All-purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 6 slices Bacon cooked and crumbled
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, and cook until the mixture is thickened and bubbly.
- Stir in the shredded cheese, salt, and pepper until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to coat.
- Pour the macaroni and cheese into a baking dish. Top with breadcrumbs and crumbled bacon.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
Notes:
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of paprika or garlic powder to the cheese sauce.
Nutrition value:
Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg
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