Spinach and Bacon Mac 'n Cheese Recipe

Name: Spinach and Bacon Mac 'n Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta, pasta (farfalle, 8 oz); 12 lb sliced bacon, coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 small garlic clove, finely chopped; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 2 cups milk; 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (8 oz); 1 (6 ounce) bagfresh baby spinach leaves, coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta, pasta (farfalle, 8 oz)
12 lb sliced bacon, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 small garlic clove, finely chopped
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1 (6 ounce) bagfresh baby spinach leaves, coarsely chopped

1
In 5-quart Dutch oven, cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
2
Return to Dutch oven; cover to keep warm.
3
Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium heat 5 to 8 minutes, stirring often, until crisp; remove to paper towels.
4
Reserve 2 tablespoons drippings.
5
In 3-quart saucepan, heat butter and reserved bacon drippings over medium heat until butter is melted.
6
Add garlic; cook 30 seconds or until fragrant.
7
Stir in flour, salt and pepper with whisk until smooth.
8
Stir in milk; heat to boiling.
9
Stir in cheese until melted and sauce is smooth.
10
Pour cheese sauce over pasta; stir until coated.
11
Stir in spinach.
12
Reserve 1/4 cup of the bacon; stir remaining bacon into pasta mixture.
13
Divide pasta mixture among 6 serving bowls; garnish with reserved bacon.

8437

kcal

Calories

603

Fat

165

Carbs

547

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta, pasta (farfalle, 8 oz), 12 lb sliced bacon, coarsely chopped, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 small garlic clove, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Spinach and Bacon Mac 'n Cheese falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Spinach and Bacon Mac 'n Cheese

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