THE MOST EXCITING BACON MACARONI & CHEESE EVER!

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You think I jest? You think I'm kidding? Make this mac and cheese and I guarantee that your guests will lick the pot clean and beg you to make it every time the see you.

Provided by NetDiva Amy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb macaroni
16 ounces shredded monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend
6 -8 ounces grated smoked gouda cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
4 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons minced garlic
4 tablespoons hormel real bacon bits
1/2 lb bacon
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Slice bacon into 1-inch pieces and fry until crispy.
  • Boil the pasta in large pot in salt water until al dente.
  • Drain but do not rinse.
  • Return pasta to pot.
  • Stir in butter, milk, salt & pepper, garlic and sour cream over low heat until butter is melted.
  • Turn off heat and stir in cheese and most of the fried bacon.
  • Pour mixture into casserole or Pyrex baking dish.
  • Sprinkle a layer of the remainder of the bacon and bacon bit over the top evenly.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is completely melted, bubbling and crispy on the edges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 956.4, Fat 60.9, SaturatedFat 32.7, Cholesterol 157.7, Sodium 1048, Carbohydrate 60.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.7, Protein 41

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