How to Make Baked Macaroni and Cheese I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Baked macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that has been loved by families for generations. Its creamy, cheesy goodness paired with tender macaroni noodles make it a staple in many households. This recipe for Baked Macaroni and Cheese I takes the traditional dish and elevates it with a homemade cheese sauce and a crispy breadcrumb topping.

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Ingredients

  • 2 slices bacon
  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • In a large pot with boiling salted water cook pasta until al dente. Drain.
  • In a medium skillet saute the chopped onion, and minced garlic. Take off heat and add chopped cooked bacon and set aside.
  • To make the sauce, in a medium saucepan melt the butter or margarine over low heat. Once melted, add the flour and stir constantly for 2 minutes. Gradually add milk and continue stirring until thickened. Stir in 2 cups of the grated Cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
  • Combine cooked pasta, sauteed vegetables and sauce. Pour into a 2 quart casserole dish. Add the last cup of grated Cheddar cheese to top of mixture.
  • Bake uncovered in preheated oven until cheese on top is melted and brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve warm.
  • Nutrition

    570 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 19g
    • Cholesterol: 95mg
    • Sodium: 580mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 621mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 358mg