Comforting Macaroni & Cheese |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This is a flavorful, creamy, delicious version of a simple long-time favorite. I have combined several recipes and made my own tweaks, landing on this as my favorite! Ingredients:
8 ounces uncooked macaroni |
4 tablespoons butter |
4 tablespoons flour |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder |
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard |
1/4 teaspoon worcestershire sauce |
1/4 cup milk |
3/4 cup cream |
1 cup sour cream |
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese |
3 tablespoons bacon pieces (i use oscar mayer real bacon recipe pieces) |
2 cups grated cheese, of your choice (i use monterey jack) |
breadcrumbs |
Directions:
1. 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2. Cook macaroni to desired tenderness, drain & set aside.
3. 3. In a large saucepan, melt butter.
4. 4. Combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder and ground mustard in a bowl and mix with fork. Add to melted butter and stir with whisk until well blended.
5. 5. Combine milk, cream, Worcestershire sauce, sour cream & bacon and add to pan gradually while stirring constantly.
6. 6. Bring to boiling point and boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
7. 7. Reduce heat and simmer (stirring every couple minutes) for 10 minutes.
8. 8. Add Parmesan and shredded cheddar 1/3 at a time, stirring until all cheese is added and melted (about 3-5 minutes).
9. 9. Turn off flame, add cooked macaroni to saucepan and coat with cheese sauce.
10. 10. Transfer to an ungreased 2-quart casserole dish.
11. 11. Sprinkle with desired amount of breadcrumbs.
12. 12. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly & top is golden brown.
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