This is a delicious variation on macaroni cheese. While it may be slightly more difficult than other recipes it tastes even better!
Ingredients
- 2 slices bacon
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 2
Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
Step 3
In a large pot with boiling salted water cook pasta until al dente. Drain.
Step 4
In a medium skillet saute the chopped onion, and minced garlic. Take off heat and add chopped cooked bacon and set aside.
Step 5
To make the sauce, in a medium saucepan melt the butter or margarine over low heat. Once melted, add the flour and stir constantly for 2 minutes. Gradually add milk and continue stirring until thickened. Stir in 2 cups of the grated Cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
Step 6
Combine cooked pasta, sauteed vegetables and sauce. Pour into a 2 quart casserole dish. Add the last cup of grated Cheddar cheese to top of mixture.
Step 7
Bake uncovered in preheated oven until cheese on top is melted and brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 5 | |
Calories 570 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat32g | 41% |
Saturated Fat19g | 96% |
Cholesterol95mg | 32% |
Sodium580mg | 25% |
Total Carbohydrate44g | 16% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 7% |
Total Sugars7g | |
Protein28g | |
Vitamin C2mg | 10% |
Calcium621mg | 48% |
Iron2mg | 12% |
Potassium358mg | 8% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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