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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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Cook macaroni for half the time of the package instructions.
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Drain and set aside.
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Fry bacon until slightly, but not overly, crispy.
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Drain on a paper towel.
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Reserve grease.
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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.
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Set aside.
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In a pot, melt 4 tablespoons butter (and add 1 tablespoon of the reserved bacon grease for good measure!).
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Sprinkle in flour and whisk to combine.
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Cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat for 1 minute.
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Pour in milk and half & half, then cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until thick.
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Reduce heat to low.
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Add salt & pepper to taste.
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(Do not undersalt!
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Beat egg yolks and drizzle 1/4 cup hot mixture into the yolks, stirring constantly.
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Stir to combine.
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Pour egg mixture into sauce and cook for another minute.
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Add cheeses and stir until melted.
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Add onions and bacon and stir.
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Taste for seasonings and add more salt if needed.
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Add cooked macaroni and stir to coat.
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Pour into a baking dish and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until sizzling and hot.
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*NOTES* To make this more kid friendly and a little more frugal, I use Sharp Cheddar, Mozzarella, Monetary Jack and Cream Cheese for the cheeses.
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I also find it easiest if I measure out and prepare all the ingredients first before I even begin cooking.
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