Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Spinach-bacon Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients:
3 cups medium shell macaroni, uncooked
1 pkg. (6 oz.) fresh baby spinach leaves
4 slices bacon, chopped
2 tbsp. flour
2 cups milk
2 cups finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1/4 cup kraft grated parmesan cheese

Heat Oven to 350 degrees F.
Cook macaroni as directed on package, adding spinach for the last minute. Cook bacon in large saucepan. Remove bacon, save drippings in pan. Add flour to drippings, cook and stir until bubbly. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes or until thickened. Stir in 1 cup cheddar and the parmesan; cook and stir until melted. Add bacon and macaroni; mix well. Spon into 1 1/2 qt. casserole; top with remaining cheddar. Bake 20 minutes.