Recipe information
Ingredients for - Country Bacon-Beef Mac and Cheese
1. 5 bacon strips, chopped -
6. 1 large carrot, coarsely grated -
10. 3 cups uncooked protein-enriched or whole wheat elbow macaroni -
How to cook deliciously - Country Bacon-Beef Mac and Cheese
1. Stage
In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally, 5-6 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard all but 1 tablespoon drippings. Brown ground beef in drippings, breaking it into crumbles; remove from pan. Add onion to skillet; cook and stir until translucent, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
2. Stage
Combine red pepper, carrot, seasonings and pasta in a 4-qt. slow cooker. Layer with ground beef, bacon and onion mixture (do not stir). Pour in broth.
3. Stage
Cook, covered, on low for about 1 hour or until meat and vegetables are tender. Thirty minutes before serving, stir in sour cream and cheeses.