Bacon Macaroni & Cheese Cups

There’s no food more loved than Macaroni and Cheese! And when you add all natural Naked Bacon to it? Well, it just takes the classic dish to a whole new level!

These Mac & Cheese cups are made in a muffin tin for fun individual servings. Kids and grown ups alike will be thrilled to see this coming to the table! So whether you’re making a special Thanksgiving or just putting together a fun weeknight dinner, this is a side dish that’ll make everybody excited.

BACON MAC AND CHEESE CUPS

Ingredients:
1 packages Original Naked Bacon
1 box (16 oz.) elbow macaroni
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, plus more for topping
3 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp flour
1.5 cups low fat milk
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:
1. Add the macaroni to a large pot of salted, boiling water. Cook to al dente and strain the water.
2. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Set on a paper towel lined plate. Chop or break into bite sized pieces.
2. Meanwhile, add the butter and flour to a sauce pan and whisk together until bubbly. A little at a time, whisk in the milk. Bring to a simmer, then remove from the heat.
3. A handful at a time, mix in the cheese. Stir together until thickened. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
4. Add the macaroni to a large bowl. Pour the cheese mixture on top and stir until combined. Add half of the bacon and stir again.
5. Turn the broiler on. Spray or brush a muffin tin with oil.
6. Spoon the macaroni and cheese into each cup, pressing the mixture in to fill.
7. Sprinkle each cup with about 1-2 Tbsp of cheese. Set under the broiler for 1-2 minutes until crispy.
8. Last, top each macaroni and cheese cup with crumbled bacon. Serve and enjoy!

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