Main dishes

Outrageous Macaroni & Cheese

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What makes this mac and cheese outrageous? Could be the variety of cheeses. Could be the bacon. Could be that dash of cayenne. Let us know what you think!

time

prep:

30 min

total:

40 min

servings

total:

10 servings, about 1 cup each

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What You Need

pkg. (14 oz. each) KRAFT Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner

Tbsp. butter

1/2

cup panko bread crumbs

pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Triple Cheddar Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA

oz. MAYBUD Smoked Gouda Cheese, shredded

pt. (2 cups) half-and-half

slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cooked, crumbled

green onions, sliced

1/4

tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)

Make It

HEAT oven to 450ºF.

PREPARE Dinners in large saucepan as directed on package. While Macaroni is cooking, melt butter in small skillet. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir 5 min. or until toasted.

COMBINE shredded cheeses; stir half into Dinners with half-and-half, bacon, onions and red pepper. Spread onto bottom of 15x10x1-inch pan sprayed with cooking spray; top with remaining shredded cheese mixture.

BAKE 10 min.; sprinkle with bread crumbs. Bake 5 min. or until topping is crisp and golden brown.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Size-Wise

This super-cheesy mac and cheese is fitting for a special occasion. Serve with smart sides, such as steamed fresh vegetables or a crisp mixed green salad, to balance out the meal.

Substitute

Prepare using KRAFT Shredded Three Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA.