Here you go, Ashley — a Smoked Mac and Cheese with Bacon that’s creamy, smoky, cheesy, and absolutely irresistible. This is the mac your audience will save, share, and beg for! 🔥🧀🥓

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🔥🧀 Smoked Mac and Cheese with Bacon

Ingredients

Pasta

• 1 lb elbow macaroni (or shells)

Cheese Sauce

• 6 tbsp butter
• 6 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 4 cups whole milk
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar
• 1 cup shredded gouda (amazing smoky flavor)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• ½ cup cream cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½–1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt & black pepper to taste

Bacon + Topping

• 8–10 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• Optional: extra shredded cheddar for topping

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