Macaroni and Cheese with Mushrooms and Bacon Recipe

Name: Macaroni and Cheese with Mushrooms and Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound small elbow macaroni (about 4 cups); 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter; 3/4 pound mushrooms, chopped; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon all purpose flour; 3/4 teaspoon dry mustard; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 1/2 cups whole milk; 3 cups (packed) grated sharp cheddar cheese (about 12 ounces); 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 8 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped; 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless French bread

Servings: persons

1 pound small elbow macaroni (about 4 cups)
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
3/4 pound mushrooms, chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon all purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups whole milk
3 cups (packed) grated sharp cheddar cheese (about 12 ounces)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
8 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless French bread

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Butter 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish.
3
Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
4
Drain.
5
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large pot over medium-high heat.
6
Add mushrooms and onion; saute until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
7
Stir in flour, mustard, salt, and pepper; cook 1 minute.
8
Gradually whisk in milk.
9
Cook until sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, whisking constantly, about 3 minutes.
10
Remove from heat.
11
Add cheese and parsley; stir until cheese melts.
12
Mix in pasta.
13
Saute bacon in medium skillet over medium-high heat until crisp.
14
Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain.
15
Mix half of bacon into pasta and transfer to prepared dish.
16
Sprinkle with remaining bacon.
17
Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in small saucepan over medium heat.
18
Add breadcrumbs; saute until beginning to brown, about 3 minutes.
19
Sprinkle breadcrumbs over pasta.
20
Bake until pasta is heated through and golden brown, about 20 minutes.

955

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound small elbow macaroni (about 4 cups), 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, 3/4 pound mushrooms, chopped, 1 small onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Macaroni and Cheese with Mushrooms and Bacon 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.

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Macaroni and Cheese with Mushrooms and Bacon

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