Comforting Old-Fashioned Macaroni Cheese Recipe
Revamped Recipe: Cheesy Bacon Mac 'n' Cheese
Yield: 2-4 servings, depending on appetiteTotal Time: around 35-40 minutesActive Time: approximately 10 minutes
Satisfy your cravings with this decadent, scrumptious macaroni and cheese dish, boasting a cheesy, creamy sauce and crispy bacon. This comforting dish has been a family favorite for close to 30 years!
Ingredients (5)
- 1 lb. elbow macaroni
- 300 g old cheddar (opt for a sharper variety wherever possible)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or "whipped dressing"
- 3/4 cup milk
- 250 g sliced bacon
Directions
- Set the oven temperature to 375 degrees F.
- Cook the macaroni as per the instructions on the packet.
- Simultaneously, grate the old cheddar cheese into a big, microwave-safe bowl.
- Add the mayonnaise and milk to the cheese and mix well.
- Microwave the cheese mixture on 80% power for 1 minute, followed by stirring. Repeat this process until the cheese is liquefied and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Once the macaroni is ready, drain it and combine it with the cheese sauce.
- Transfer the macaroni and cheese to a baking dish. Layer the bacon slices on top.
- Bake the dish uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the bacon reaches your desired level of crispiness.
Fun Fact:
Did you know that macaroni and cheese originated from Mongolia? The dish traveled across Asia and Europe, eventually reaching England in the 14th century, where it became popular. It evolved through various forms before its modern, cheesy iteration became widespread in American cuisine during the mid-20th century.
[1] Pasta cook times can vary based on the brand. Always check the package instructions for appropriate cooking times.[2] If you prefer a tangier sauce, add a squirt of white vinegar to the cheese mixture.[3] If you have leftover cooked meats, such as ham or chicken, you can incorporate them into this dish for added protein.
- The revamped recipe for Cheesy Bacon Mac 'n' Cheese utilizes mayonnaise and old cheddar cheese to achieve its unique, creamy nutritive profile, yielding 2-4 servings.
- Following the directions, one should know that cooking the macaroni according to the packet instructions will help the recipe produce the desired 300 grams of pasta.
- To top off theCheesy Bacon Mac 'n' Cheese, one can add cooked meats like ham or chicken for an enhanced protein content, further boosting the dish's nutritional value.
