American Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Name: American Macaroni And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 slices bacon, chopped; 1/2 c. chopped celery; 3 Tbsp. flour; 1 c. milk; 1 c. water; 1 tsp. chicken instant bouillon granules; dash of hot pepper sauce; 12 oz. Cheddar cheese, shredded (about 3 c.); 8 oz. elbow macaroni, cooked and drained; 2 Tbsp. minced chives; 1 Tbsp. diced pimento; 1/4 c. saltine cracker crumbs

Servings: persons

8 slices bacon, chopped
1/2 c. chopped celery
3 Tbsp. flour
1 c. milk
1 c. water
1 tsp. chicken instant bouillon granules
dash of hot pepper sauce
12 oz. Cheddar cheese, shredded (about 3 c.)
8 oz. elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
2 Tbsp. minced chives
1 Tbsp. diced pimento
1/4 c. saltine cracker crumbs

1
Fry bacon until lightly browned over medium heat; drain.
2
In 2 tablespoons of bacon drippings, saute celery about 3 minutes, or until crisp-tender.
3
Add flour; cook about 1 minute.
4
Add milk, water, bouillon granules and hot pepper sauce.
5
Stirring, bring to a boil and boil until thickened.
6
Add cheese; stir until melts. Remove from heat.
7
Stir in macaroni, chives, pimento and all but 1/4 cup of crumbled bacon.
8
Pour into a greased 2-quart casserole. Sprinkle with cracker crumbs and reserved 1/4 cup bacon.
9
Bake for 30 to 40 minutes in a 350u00b0 oven until hot and bubbly.

751

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 slices bacon, chopped, 1/2 c. chopped celery, 3 Tbsp. flour, 1 c. milk, and more.

Yes, American Macaroni And Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

American Macaroni And Cheese

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