Baked Italian Macaroni & Cheese Recipe

Name: Baked Italian Macaroni & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces elbow macaroni; 8 -10 slices bacon; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 5 cups half-and-half; 4 eggs; 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning; 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded; 2 cups Fontina cheese, shredded; 1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated; 1/2 cup dry Italian seasoned breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

16 ounces elbow macaroni
8 -10 slices bacon
3 garlic cloves, chopped
5 cups half-and-half
4 eggs
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups Fontina cheese, shredded
1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/2 cup dry Italian seasoned breadcrumbs

1
Preheat oven to 375u00b0F.
2
Cook pasta as package directs; drain.
3
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp; remove and crumble;set aside.
4
Pour off all drippings except one tablespoon.
5
Add garlic; cook and stir until tender.
6
Gradually stir in milk, beat in eggs and Italian seasonings.
7
Cook and stir until hot and slightly thickened.
8
Stir in cheddar and fontina cheeses; cook and stir until melted.
9
Stir in parmesan cheese, pasta and bacon.
10
Spoon mixture into a greased 13x9-inch baking dish.
11
Top with the bread crumbs.
12
Bake 40 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
13
Let stand 10 minutes.

1943

kcal

Calories

139

Fat

Carbs

131

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces elbow macaroni, 8 -10 slices bacon, 3 garlic cloves, chopped, 5 cups half-and-half, and more.

Yes, Baked Italian Macaroni & 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.

Baked Italian Macaroni & Cheese

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