Bacon and Herbs Mac 'n' Cheese |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Fresh herbs, bacon, and a trio of flavorful cheeses - cream cheese, brie, and cheddar - adds sophisticated flavors to traditional macaroni and cheese. Ingredients:
12 ounces elbow macaroni |
3 strips bacon (about 2.5 oz.), chopped |
3 tablespoons melted butter, divided |
1/4 cup chopped mixed fresh herbs such as tarragon, parsley, chives, and/or rosemary |
1/4 cup chopped green onions |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
1/2 cup brie cheese, cut into chunks |
1/2 cup cream cheese, cut into chunks |
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese |
1/2 cup plain dried bread crumbs |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to broil. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain.
2. Meanwhile, fry bacon until crisp, about 5 minutes, then drain on paper towels, reserving 1 tbsp. grease. Set bacon aside.
3. In the warm pasta pot, mix reserved grease, 2 tbsp. butter, the herbs, onions, garlic, and soft cheeses. Mix in warm pasta and bacon. Spoon into 4 ramekins (1 1/2-cup size); sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
4. In a small bowl, combine remaining 1 tbsp. butter and the bread crumbs, stirring to combine. Sprinkle evenly over cheese.
5. Broil ramekins until golden and bubbling, about 3 minutes.
6. Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.
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