Ingredients
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- 1 lb. pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and then crumbled
- 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
- 2 cups of whole milk
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded gruyere cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus 1/4 cup reserved for topping
- Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Cook the bacon and set aside.
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper (about 1 teaspoon each).
- Add the crumbled bacon.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly add the milk, whisking constantly until the mixture is smooth. Do not let it brown.
- Reduce the heat and let simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the cheeses, and stir until they have melted into the sauce. Fold in the macaroni.
- Sprinkle the reserved Parmesan plus extra fresh ground black pepper over the top.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Cuisine: American
