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Macaroni and Cheese with Bacon and Onions

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"Macaroni and cheese is perfect supper food. It's a kids' favorite, and adults like it too. My recipe is simple and almost as quick as the boxed variety. Try this variation with bacon and caramelized onions." — USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

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1 recipe Creamy Macaroni and Cheese
1/2 pound thick-sliced bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces

2 large onions, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

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Directions

Follow the recipe for Creamy Macaroni and Cheese using Vermont white cheddar.
Fry bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Pour off all but 3 tablespoons of bacon drippings. Add onions and thyme; saute until soft and golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir bacon and onions into macaroni. Serve hot.

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Copyright 2005 USA WEEKEND and columnist Pam Anderson. All rights reserved.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Nov 09, 2008

This combination goes really well with her Creamy Macaroni and Cheese. I did half bacon and half turkey ham, as that's all I had on hand. I also sauteed some minced garlic in with the onion. I sprinkled the top with shredded cheddar and a little paprika. Very, very good.

—Sarah Jo

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Mar 29, 2010

This was okay. I don't know if I cared for the Creamy Macaroni and Cheese recipe as much as I enjoyed the additions of bacon and caramelized onions. The mac and cheese recipe was just too parmesan-ey for me. I used a pennini rigate noodle and made the mac and cheese recipe exactly as stated but I just didn't care for it that much. I probably won't make it again but the next time I make a home-made macaroni and cheese I will definitely add bacon and caramelized onions.

—Abbey

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18 Ratings

Oct 23, 2008

OMG!!!!!!!! Sooooooooooooo good! My kids didn't care for the onions, but my husband liked it, even took it to work the next day. So did I and I wish I had more. I can't wait to make this for a potluck or Bunco. I really don't think there is anything that I would change.

—MommaStacy

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Nov 02, 2009

Delicious. I am rating this based on the addition of the bacon and onions as I made baked macaroni and cheese from another AR recipe and then just heated the leftovers on the stove, sauteed the onions & added the bacon and thyme. I did add a bit of balsamic vinegar & brown sugar to the onions as they sauteed to add a slight sweet/sour flavor.

—gapch1026

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Dec 14, 2010

Very good. I didn't use the onions though because my family wouldn't eat them, but even without them it was delicious.

—aelliflame

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Jul 12, 2007

Obviously different than traditional mac and cheese, but once you get past that, I think it's wonderful. Great combination of flavors.

—HOOSIERENVY

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May 16, 2008

mmmm sooooo good.

—flyingsquirrel

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Mar 21, 2007

Pretty good! You have to get past the fact that this is not your traditional mac & cheese, but it is a nice alternative. It was not grainy at all, but very creamy. In fact, I thought it had the perfect consistency. I might add more bacon next time.

—dcrone

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Nutrition

Calories
41 kcal
2%

Carbohydrates
2.4 g
< 1%

Cholesterol
7 mg
2%

Fat
2.7 g
4%

Fiber
0.5 g
2%

Protein
2.1 g
4%

Sodium
130 mg
5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Macaroni and Cheese with Bacon and Onions

Serving Size: 1/12 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 12
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 41
Calories from Fat: 24

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.7g 4 %
** Saturated Fat 0.9g 5 %
Cholesterol 7mg 2 %
Sodium 130mg 5 %
** Potassium 37mg 1 %
Total Carbohydrates 2.4g < 1 %
Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2 %
Protein 2.1g 4 %
** Sugars 1.1g
Vitamin A < 1 %
Vitamin C 3 %
Calcium < 1 %
Iron < 1 %
** Thiamin 1 %
** Niacin < 1 %
** Vitamin B6 2 %
** Magnesium < 1 %
** Folate 3 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.