CHEDDAR-BACON MAC & CHEESE

Cheddar-Bacon Mac & Cheese image

Provided by Kraft Natural Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 6 1-cup servings, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 3/4 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
2 cups Kraft Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided
3 slices OSCAR MAYER Center Cut Bacon, cooked, crumbled

Steps:

HEAT oven to 350°F
COOK macaroni as directed on package. Meanwhile, melt butter in large saucepan on low heat. Stir in flour; cook 2 minute or until bubbly. Gradually stir in milk; cook on medium heat until mixture comes to boil, stirring constantly. Simmer on low heat 3 to 5 minute or until thickened. Add 1-1/2 cups cheese; cook and stir 5 minute or until melted.
DRAIN macaroni. Add to sauce with bacon; mix lightly. Spoon into 1-1/2-qt. casserole; top with remaining cheese.
BAKE 20 minute or until heated through.
Substitute: Prepare using KRAFT Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.1, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 26.6, Sodium 92.4, Carbohydrate 28.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.8, Protein 7