Cheddar-Bacon Mac and Cheese

16 Reviews

Prep: 20 min
Ready In: 40 min

“Creamy, cheesy, and quick . . . it's everything you need.” - by Kraft Natural Shredded Cheese

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
3 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
2 cups KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided
3 slices OSCAR MAYER Center Cut Bacon, cooked, crumbled

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Original recipe yields 6 1-cup servings

Directions

Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
Cook macaroni as directed on package. Meanwhile, melt butter in large saucepan on low heat. Stir in flour; cook 2 min. or until bubbly. Gradually stir in milk; cook on medium heat until mixture comes to boil, stirring constantly. Simmer on low heat 3 to 5 min. or until thickened. Add 1 1/2 cups cheese; cook and stir 5 min. or until melted.
Drain macaroni. Add to sauce with bacon; mix lightly. Spoon into 1 1/2 quart casserole; top with remaining cheese.
Bake 20 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (6 total)

Calories
385 cal
19%

Fat
21.8 g
34%

Carbs
30 g
10%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Reviews (16)

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ryleasha

Oct. 20, 2011

"verry good a good thanksgiving twist..." See more"

ILuvBillNTed69

Sep. 13, 2011

"Tasts even cheesyer if u use box mac and cheese and prepare it with the box cheese added with the cheese sause..." See more"

lulu84

Jul. 12, 2011

"I made this for my boyfriend and I. It did not have a lot flavor to it. I did not add the bacon. If i make this again will add the bacon. Also add salt and pepper for taste..." See more"

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