Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 pack thick bacon- cooked & chopped (optional)
  • 16 oz elbow macaroni
  • 1 sticks butter
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 tsp salt (though I usually just sprinkle in the seasonings to taste)
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp minced onions
  • 1 tsp granulated garlic
  • 2 cups low fat milk
  • 2-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instruction

  • Cook your bacon- cut & set aside.
  • Prepare pasta noodles to package directions- cooking al dente so they hold up in the mixing process.
  • Drain & set aside in large covered pot.
  • Prepare your roux by melting your butter in a large pot over med/high heat.
  • Once it's almost melted quickly whisk in your flour & seasonings.
  • Keep it moving & wait for it to darken slightly & come to a thick creamy texture.
  • Whisk in your milk & increase your heat to high to get mixture to thicken- keep whisking.
  • Stir in your cheeses & heat until all cheese is melted & combined - at least 2-3 minutes.
  • Pour into your pot of noodles- add bacon-
  • Stir well to combine & coat everything with cheese.
  • ENJOY!!!