BAKED ITALIAN MACARONI & CHEESE

Baked Italian Macaroni & Cheese image

Provided by kittycara

Categories Cheese

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces elbow macaroni
8 -10 slices bacon
3 garlic cloves, chopped
5 cups half-and-half
4 eggs
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups Fontina cheese, shredded
1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/2 cup dry Italian seasoned breadcrumbs

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Cook pasta as package directs; drain.
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp; remove and crumble;set aside.
Pour off all drippings except one tablespoon.
Add garlic; cook and stir until tender.
Gradually stir in milk, beat in eggs and Italian seasonings.
Cook and stir until hot and slightly thickened.
Stir in cheddar and fontina cheeses; cook and stir until melted.
Stir in parmesan cheese, pasta and bacon.
Spoon mixture into a greased 13x9-inch baking dish.
Top with the bread crumbs.
Bake 40 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Let stand 10 minutes.