Fancy Macaroni Recipe

Name: Fancy Macaroni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups Macaroni; 8 Tablespoons Butter (Salted Butter); 2 whole Medium Onions, Cut In Half And Sliced Thin; 10 slices Regular Bacon; 1 Tablespoon Bacon Grease (reserved From Bacon Slices); 1/4 cups All-purpose Flour; 2 cups Whole Or 2% Milk; 1/2 cups Half-and-half; 2 whole Egg Yolks, Beaten; Salt And Pepper, to taste; 1/2 cups Grated Gruyere Cheese; 1/2 cups Grated Fontina Cheese; 1/2 cups Grated Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese; 4 ounces, weight Chevre (soft Goat Cheese)

Servings: persons

4 cups Macaroni
8 Tablespoons Butter (Salted Butter)
2 whole Medium Onions, Cut In Half And Sliced Thin
10 slices Regular Bacon
1 Tablespoon Bacon Grease (reserved From Bacon Slices)
1/4 cups All-purpose Flour
2 cups Whole Or 2% Milk
1/2 cups Half-and-half
2 whole Egg Yolks, Beaten
Salt And Pepper, to taste
1/2 cups Grated Gruyere Cheese
1/2 cups Grated Fontina Cheese
1/2 cups Grated Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
4 ounces, weight Chevre (soft Goat Cheese)

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Cook macaroni for half the time of the package instructions.
3
Drain and set aside.
4
Fry bacon until slightly, but not overly, crispy.
5
Drain on a paper towel.
6
Reserve grease.
7
Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a skillet and then saute onions over medium-low heat for 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden brown and soft.
8
Set aside.
9
In a pot, melt 4 tablespoons butter (and add 1 tablespoon of the reserved bacon grease for good measure!).
10
Sprinkle in flour and whisk to combine.
11
Cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat for 1 minute.
12
Pour in milk and half & half, then cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until thick.
13
Reduce heat to low.
14
Add salt & pepper to taste.
15
(Do not undersalt!)
16
Beat egg yolks and drizzle 1/4 cup hot mixture into the yolks, stirring constantly.
17
Stir to combine.
18
Pour egg mixture into sauce and cook for another minute.
19
Add cheeses and stir until melted.
20
Add onions and bacon and stir.
21
Taste for seasonings and add more salt if needed.
22
Add cooked macaroni and stir to coat.
23
Pour into a baking dish and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until sizzling and hot.
24
Serve with red meat or a green salad.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups Macaroni, 8 Tablespoons Butter (Salted Butter), 2 whole Medium Onions, Cut In Half And Sliced Thin, 10 slices Regular Bacon, and more.

Yes, Fancy Macaroni 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fancy Macaroni

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