Ingredients
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 6 slices thick cut bacon, chopped
- 2 tablespoon flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon McCormick® Pure Ground Black Pepper
- 2 cups milk
- 3 cups shredded mac & cheese blend or shredded chedder cheese
- 3 tablespoon Gourmet Garden Gourmet Garden™ Roasted Garlic Stir-In Paste, Stir-In Paste
NUTRITION INFORMATION
(per Serving)Nutrition information coming soon
Preparation
- 1 Cook pasta as directed on package for al dente pasta. Rinse under cold water; drain well. Set aside.
- 2 Cook bacon in same large saucepan on medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove bacon with slotted spoon to paper-towel lined plate. Set aside.
- 3 Remove all but 2 tablespoons bacon drippings from skillet. Sprinkle with flour, salt and pepper. Cook and stir 1 minute on medium heat or until well blended. Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Stirring constantly, cook 3 minutes or until sauce starts to thicken. Stir in cheese until melted and smooth. Stir in Gourmet Garden Roasted Garlic Stir-In Paste and bacon. Remove from heat. Add cooked macaroni; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.