BLT MAC 'N' CHEESE

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Provided by Boomette

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
12 ounces fusilli
2 1/4 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
6 ounces cream cheese
2 cups orange cheddar cheese, finely shredded (about 8 ounces)
6 ounces cherry tomatoes, quartered (about 1 cup)
salt and pepper
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 small head romaine lettuce, thinly sliced (about 6 cups)

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375°F In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp, about 10 minutes; drain.
Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the pasta until almost al dente; drain. In the same pot, bring the milk to a simmer over medium heat; whisk in the turmeric and stir in the cream cheese. Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted. Add the pasta, bacon and tomatoes; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 9-by-13 inch casserole dish and bake until heated through, about 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the yogurt and vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Add the lettuce and toss to coat. Serve the salad with the pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 860.5, Fat 44.3, SaturatedFat 25.1, Cholesterol 132.8, Sodium 648.6, Carbohydrate 80.5, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 7.7, Protein 36