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BLT Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

1
loaf (32 oz) prepared cheese product, cut into large cubes
1/4
cup butter
4
cups whole milk
1
package (16 oz) elbow macaroni
2
cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
2
cups small cherry tomatoes
2
bags (5 oz each) fresh spinach
1
lb bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
1
cup  plain or Italian-style panko crispy bread crumbs

Directions

  1. In large microwavable bowl, place cheese cubes, butter and milk. Microwave uncovered on High 8 to 10 minutes. Stir with whisk; microwave on High 4 minutes longer. Stir again; repeat microwaving until all cheese is melted and mixture can be stirred smooth, a total of about 15 minutes.
  2. Heat oven to 350Ā°F. Cook macaroni in boiling salted water 3 minutes less than directed on box (macaroni should be firm). Drain; place in 15x10-inch (4-quart) glass baking dish. Pour melted cheese sauce over macaroni; mix well. Stir in shredded cheese, tomatoes and spinach.
  3. Cover dish with foil; bake 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle bacon and bread crumbs evenly over top. Bake 5 minutes longer or until top is lightly browned. Cool at least 10 minutes before serving.
     
     

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