Creamy Mac ‘N’ Cheese With Bacon

January 31, 2011 Dexie Jane bacon and mac n cheese, grown up mac n cheese, mac n cheese, pasta, pasta dishes

I prefer my mac ‘n’ cheese creamy and homemade. I wouldn’t say no to the one made from a box though once in a while because my children likes it and it is very convenient too. But when I feel like indulging and/or during the holiday season, I’d definitely go for homemade and a different kind of pasta shape. But of course, elbow macaroni is always good.

Creamy Mac 'N' Cheese With Bacon

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients

1 box rotini pasta, cooked al dente
water for boiling
6 slices bacon, chopped coarsely
1 stick butter
1 cup milk
3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3/4 cup mozzarella cheese
sprinkle of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian Seasonings(or dried oregano, dried basil)

Method

Boil water to cook the pasta, al dente. While that’s boiling, brown the bacon. Place in a paper towel lined plate to set aside. In a medium pot, melt the butter. Add the milk and the cheeses.
Whisk gently until everything is incorporated. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
Preheat the oven to 355°. Drain the water off of the pasta. Pour the cheese sauce into the pasta then add the bacon. Stir everything together.