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Mac & Cheese

Homemade version of creamy mac & cheese with delicious bacon and healthy green peas.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bacon mac and cheese, baked mac and cheese, mac & cheese
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Julia

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cubed
  • 5 cups macaroni or other pasta
  • 1 dash pepper
  • 4 cups warm milk
  • 4½ cups mixed cheese mozzarella, cheddar, romano, parmesan, shredded
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 ½ cup bacon
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 cups frozen green peas

Instructions

  • Cook macaroni in a large pot according to package directions. 4 liters of water. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook the bacon, chop the onion and add it to the bacon.
  • Remove excess fat from bacon and add butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in warm milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer, or until thickened.
  • Stir in cheese until melted. Drain macaroni; add to cheese sauce and stir to coat. Add 2 cups of green peas and let simmer for 2-3 min. If desired, sprinkle with paprika.