Three-Cheese Mac and Cheese Bake |
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Prep Time: 45 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 55 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Shredded Cheddar, provolone, and Asiago make this mac and cheese with bacon a triple cheese-y comfort food. Ingredients:
nonstick cooking spray |
1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni |
6 slices bacon |
3 tablespoons butter |
1/2 cup finely chopped onion |
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper |
2 1/2 cups milk |
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese |
1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese |
1/3 cup shredded asiago cheese |
2/3 cup panko bread crumbs |
1/4 cup shredded asiago cheese |
1 teaspoon butter, melted |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Coat a 3-quart baking dish with cooking spray; set aside until ready to use. Cook macaroni according to package directions in a large pot. Drain and return to the pot; cover to keep warm. Cook bacon until crisp in a large skillet. Remove and drain on paper towels.
2. Melt the 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat in a large saucepan. Add onion; cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper. Stir in milk. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly.
3. Gradually add cheddar cheese, provolone cheese, and the 1/3 cup Asiago cheese, stirring constantly until cheeses have melted and the sauce is smooth. Stir the cheese sauce into the cooked macaroni. Crumble the bacon and stir into the macaroni mixture. Transfer mixture to baking dish.
4. [Cleaning tip: Once the stove top is cool, wipe up any oil splatters or spills with Clorox® Disinfecting Wipes*. Rinse hands once complete.]
5. Combine the panko, the remaining 1/4 cup Asiago cheese, and the 1 teaspoon melted butter in a small bowl. Sprinkle panko mixture over the macaroni. Bake for 10 minutes or until top is golden brown. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
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