Bacon Mac and Cheese Casserole Recipe

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

Directions for Bacon Mac and Cheese Casserole Recipe

- Turn oven on to 350 degrees

- In a pan cook the bacon until crisp. Drain and crumble

- In a pot, cook the pasta following directions

- In a nother pan, saute the onion and garlic

- In a saucepan, add the melted butter and flour

- Add the milk and mix until thickened

- Mix in 2 cups of cheddar cheese until melted

- In a large bowl, mix together pasta, vegetables, and sauce

- Add bacon and pasta to casserole dish

- Bake for 20 minutes

Very good! One of the best bacon mac and cheese casserole recipes I've used. My additions: 1/2 tsp. dry mustard, 1/4 tsp. pepper, and 1/2 tsp. salt. The mustard adds a bit more flavor.

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The bacon mac and cheese casserole recipe isn't your ordinary dinner and can be a nice change of pace from time to time. There are many different types of pasta out there, but have you tried the combination of both bacon and cheese? Kids will plead for you to make this casserole recipe every night once they have tried it. The bacon mac and cheese casserole is perfect for any venue. So the next time you are thinking of having a pasta night, give the bacon casserole dish a try.

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