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Gruyere Bacon Mac and Cheese
5 from 3 votes

Gruyere Bacon Mac and Cheese

An easy stovetop, no-fuss, 30 min mac and cheese from start to finish!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 6 lices Bacon diced, Jones Dairy Farm sliced
  • 2 ½ cups heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon thyme chopped fresh leaves
  • 1 ¼ cups gruyere cheese shredded
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
  • black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground

Instructions

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  1. In large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well and set aside.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, garlic and thyme over medium heat. Bring to a slight boil and reduce by half, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in cheeses, a handful at a time, until smooth, about 1-2 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in pasta and bacon until well combined.
  4. Serve immediately, garnished with bacon, if desired.