Ultimate Mac ‘n’ Cheese

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
• In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon crispy and the fat has rendered.
• Add the garlic, bread crumbs, chives, and parsley. Stir and cook until the bread crumbs are toasted, about 5 minutes. Remove from the pot.
• In the same pot on medium heat, melt the butter. Sprinkle in the flour and stir until combined.
• Add the evaporated milk and bring to a simmer. Season with salt, pepper, mustard powder, and cayenne. Whisk to incorporate and smooth any lumps. The sauce should be thick enough to coat the back of the spoon.
• Add the pasta to the sauce and stir to combine.
• Add the cheddar, Gruyère, Colby Jack, Gouda, and provolone cheese, then fold the cheeses into the pasta. If it seems too dry, add more milk to your liking.
• Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with the shredded mozzarella and cheddar.
• Bake for 45 minutes, or until the mac ‘n’ cheese is bubbly, melted, and golden brown on top.
• Serve with a sprinkle of the bread crumb mixture for added flavor!
• Enjoy!