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Mac & Cheese: The Patriot

Celebrate your American pride with this delicious and patriotic mac and cheese recipe.

Tasty Team

Under 30 minutes

Mac & Cheese: The Patriot

Inspired by bzfd.it

Under 30 minutes

Ingredients

for 2 servings

  • 1 lb small elbow pasta (455 g)
  • 3 ½ cups whole milk (840 mL)
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cups shredded american cheese (200 g)
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups bacon bits (450 g)
  • ½ cup bread crumb (60 g), toasted

Preparation

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, combine the pasta and milk. Bring the milk to a simmer and cook until the pasta is tender, 8–10 minutes.
  2. Once the pasta is cooked, remove the pan from the heat and add the butter, American cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until fully combined. Fold in the bacon.
  3. Divide between serving bowls and top with the bread crumbs.
  4. Enjoy!
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Mac & Cheese: The Patriot

Inspired by bzfd.it