Classic Mac ‘N Cheese gets a grown-up twist with this Baked Bacon Macaroni and Cheese! Crunchy bacon and caramelized onions take this comforting food to the next level of awesomeness!
Mac ‘N Cheese. Does a more comforting food exist?? It’s what my kids always ask for when they’ve had a rough day and what my husband and I love to indulge in any day of the week. This Macaroni and Cheese is extra special because I’ve added caramelized onion and bacon to the mix. I love how the bacon adds delicious texture and crunch to this ultra-creamy indulgence. The caramelized onions add incredible depth of flavor and make this classic kid’s dish a little more grown-up 🙂
I prepared this fabulous meal in my new Pampered Chef Rockcrokâ„¢ Dutch Oven and I loved how easy it was to use! Mac ‘N Cheese is definitely one of those recipes that should go from the stovetop to the oven and the Rockcrokâ„¢ makes that happen with ease. The glazed ceramic pieces don’t require any pre-soaking or seasoning which is something this busy mom appreciates.
Because this incredible Mac ‘N Cheese is going to make everyone wants seconds, you don’t have to worry about it cooling down. Extra-long heat retention keeps the Mac ‘N Cheese nice and hot until the meal is over – sooo nice! The Rockcrokâ„¢ is heat resistant up to 752°F and is freezer and dishwasher-safe. Basically, you can’t ruin this awesome cooking vessel.
The Pampered Chef wants one of you to own your own Rockcrok™ Dutch Oven so you can find out for yourself how awesome it is! The winner will also receive a Bamboo Specialty Cooking Set and the Basic Nylon 4-piece Set in their prize package. Use the Rafflecopter form below to enter and good luck!
Baked Bacon Macaroni and Cheese
Ingredients
- 2 onions sliced
- 7 tbsp butter divided
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 3/4 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp ground mustard
- 1 pinch cayenne
- 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere
- 1 lb elbow macaroni cooked to al dente
- 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup Italian-style bread crumbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Caramelize onions in 2 tablespoons of butter until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in pan over low heat. Add flour and whisk until smooth.
- Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in milk, mustard, and cayenne.
- Bring mixture to a simmer and continue cooking, stirring often, for additional 5-10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat.
- Stir in cheeses until fully melted.
- Stir in macaroni, onion, and finally stir in the bacon.
- Melt remaining tablespoon of butter in a small dish and stir in bread crumbs.
- Sprinkle over the top of the macaroni and cheese.
- Bake uncovered for approximately 20 minutes or until slightly browned and bubbling. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
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Disclosure: The Pampered Chef provided me with products as compensation for this post. No monetary compensation was received. All opinions are, as always, 100% my own.
theresa krier says
i love pampered chef products , i use them daily, i’ve not tried their bakeware, or stoneware but would love to, thanks for the chance to win, i don’t have a dutch oven
debbie jackson says
The stoneware deep dish pie plate and the vegetable peeler
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Sheila Belveal says
Although everything looks great, I’d love the Stoneware Rectangle Baker!
Elena Vo says
Here’s a link to my pin:
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/36028865742669671/
Elena Vo says
I’d like to try the Large Cobalt Blue Micro-Cooker.
Susan Broughton says
I pinned the giveaway and here is the link: http://www.pinterest.com/pin/466263367642478379/ Thanks
Susan Broughton says
I also would like to get the Executive Cookware 7-Piece Set. I really need new cookware and these look really nice
Nancy A. says
I would like to have the stoneware microwave egg cooker!
Jenn says
I want to try the Double Dip set!
Jennifer says
Ooh, this sounds wonderful with the Gruyere and bacon. YUM!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks Jennifer!
Randi M says
I’d love to try the stoneware rectangular baker. 🙂
MaryEllen says
My kids love Mac’n’cheese. Can’t wait to check this one out!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Mine too MaryEllen! Thanks!
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Darlene Owen says
The link to my pin – http://www.pinterest.com/pin/228276274835934598/
kesha says
I would like to try the Executive Cookware 11″ Square Grill Pan and the Grill Press