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mac and cheese

A classic creamy macaroni and cheese with a crispy bacon topping topped with melted cheese, perfect for a comforting family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 16 ounces elbow macaroni cooked and drained
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2.25 cups milk
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.25 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 2 teaspoons worcestershire
  • 1 pound smoked gouda cheese shredded
  • 0.5 pound sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 5 slices bread about 2 cups crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons butter melted
  • 0.5 pound bacon cooked and crumbled

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare macaroni according to package directions. Set aside.
  2. In large pot, melt butter over medium high heat. Add milk and bring to near boiling. Reduce heat to medium and sprinkle in flour. Whisk vigorously for 1-2 minutes. Slowly add cream, whisking continuously. Add salt, pepper, mustard, and worcestershire. Reduce heat to low and stir for about 5 minutes.
  3. In food processor, shred gouda and cheddar cheese. Stir into the sauce until thoroughly combined.
  4. Add cooked macaroni to cheese mixture. Pour into a 13x9 inch dish.
  5. In the same food processor (no need to wash after shredding cheese), process bread slices to a fine crumb. Mix with melted butter and sprinkle over macaroni. Top with crumbled bacon.
  6. Bake uncovered at 375°F for 20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

This classic mac and cheese is rich, creamy, and topped with crispy bacon for extra flavor.