Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni

Teresa Ambra

Oh my gosh, guys. Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni is awesome. I love a good mac and cheese recipe anyway. This one is really superb. Plus, it makes a lot! Company style. This recipe makes two 9×13″ baking dishes full of macaroni and cheese. Seriously, it’s probably about 30 servings worth. So if you don’t need that much mac and cheese, then cut the recipe down by a half or even to one-fourth.

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I used three different kinds of cheese for this macaroni dish. Velveeta, sharp cheddar, and a cool smoky bacon cheddar cheese. I couldn’t resist buying it when I saw it at the store. The only thing I would do differently about this recipe is use TWO packages of the cheddar cheese with bacon rather than one. It makes a thick creamy sauce. I added a few drops of hot sauce to get just the right amount of punch. Then it’s covered with bacon on top. Yum. Talk about delightful.

I was asked to prepare a meal for our monthly Connection Class at church. This is a class for new members interested in joining in our church. They wanted BBQ Brisket and whatever sides I wanted to make. I chose to make Coca Cola Baked Beans, The Best Deviled Eggs, That Good Salad and a Oreo Cookie Mud Pie. I also made this Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni so I could provide a more kid-friendly meal. Here in Texas, everyone seems to serve Mac & Cheese with BBQ Brisket. Yeah, bring it on!

I have made this recipe multiple times. You do not have to bake the casserole if you want to serve it straight from the pot. (I usually serve it straight from the pot). I personally prefer using two pounds of macaroni (rather than three). I like using all half-and-half (rather than only two cups). I use 16-oz. Velveeta, two 6.67-oz. packages of smoked cheddar cheese with bacon, and two 8-oz. packages of regular cheddar cheese (rather than only one package of smoky cheddar cheese with bacon). It is so creamy in this combination. But since my pictures are from the earlier version I’ve included those instructions too.

If you’re looking for an absolutely mouthwatering mac and cheese recipe, Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni is your recipe! It’s cheesy comfort food with a side of bacon that will absolutely wow you! Enjoy.

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Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni is so mouthwatering.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

This is a wonderful kid-friendly dish.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Every bite of this cheesy mac and cheese entree was amazing.

Here’s what I did.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

I used these ingredients.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Melt butter in a large Dutch oven. Add green onions and saute.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Add flour and whisk to combine.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Add milk–about 1/4 cup at a time and work into mixture until smooth.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Add half-and-half.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Add seasonings and hot sauce.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Stir to combine.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Add cheddar cheese with bacon and sharp cheddar cheese.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Add Velveeta cut down in cubes.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Crisp fry or microwave bacon until cooked. Crumble into pieces and set aside.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Here all the cheese is melted and sauce is thickened.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions except to al dente. Drain and run cold water over the noodles. Drain again.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Add cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Grease two 9×13″ casserole dishes. Pour half of the macaroni into each dish.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Top with bacon.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Cover with foil and bake about 15-20 minutes or until dish is hot and bubbly.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Seriously, you’ll be drooling after the first bite.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Serve Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni when you have a lot of company. Everyone will enjoy it.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

If you’re family likes mac and cheese dishes, you’ll love Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni.

Here’s the recipe.

COMPANY TRIPLE CHEESE AND BACON MACARONI

(My own concoction)

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni

Teresa Ambra
This mouthwatering macaroni and cheese dish is filled with three cheeses and bacon. This creamy, cheesy and savory macaroni entree will have you salivating after the first bite! It's kid-friendly and totally wonderful comfort food any time of the year.
4 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Pasta Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 30
Calories 382 kcal

Equipment

  • 2 9x13" glass baking dishes
  • 1 large stock pot with lid
  • 1 colander
  • 1 skillet to fry bacon
  • 1 sharp kniffe to cut vegetables
  • 1 large Dutch oven with lid
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • 1 whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs. elbow macaroni cooked only to al dente, rinsed, drained & cold water run over top (I prefer 2 pounds because the recipe is creamier)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 2/3 cup UNBLEACHED all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups 2% milk (I prefer half-and-half)
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 1 tsp. sea salt
  • 3/4 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp. dried parsley
  • 6 drops hot sauce
  • 16 oz. pkg. sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 6.67 oz. pkg. Kraft smoky bacon cheddar cheese shredded (I prefer two 6.67-oz. pkgs. smoky bacon cheddar cheese)
  • 32 oz. pkg. velveeta cheese cubed
  • 10 oz. pkg. bacon strips crisp fried and crumbled

Instructions
 

  • Grease or spray two 9x13” glass baking dishes.
  • Set aside.
  • Fry bacon until crisp.
  • Drain, set aside on paper towels to drain.
  • When bacon is cool, crumble into bite sized pieces.
  • Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, bring a very large 16-qt. stock pot filled about 2/3 full of water to a boil.
  • Add macaroni and cook according to package directions, except al dente.
  • Rinse with cold water and drain.
  • In a large Dutch oven, melt butter over low to medium heat.
  • Add green onions and saute until tender – a couple of minutes.
  • Add flour and whisk to combine.
  • Add milk about ¼ cup at a time until all the milk is incorporated.
  • Add half-and-half the same way.
  • Season with salt, pepper, parsley and hot sauce.
  • Add cheese and continue stirring until cheese is melted.
  • Combine with macaroni and pour into prepared baking dishes.
  • Sprinkle the tops with the bacon.
  • Bake at 350 degrees about 15-30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. (See note below).
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

NOTE: While you can eliminate the parsley, if desired, I highly recommend not eliminating the hot sauce. It gives the macaroni the kick it needs to keep the sauce from becoming too bland.
 
NOTE: I microwaved the bacon between two sets of paper towels on a microwaveable plate. I microwaved the bacon approximately one minute per piece of bacon on each plate.
 
NOTE: If you want a stronger bacon flavor, use two packages of smoky bacon cheddar cheese.
 
NOTE:I have used multiple combinations of cream and cheese for this recipe. Those combinations include using all half-and-half, part whipping cream, and/or adding an extra package of smoky bacon cheddar cheese. You can also add additional bacon, if you desire.
 
NOTE: You can combine the cheese sauce, cooked macaroni and bacon in a large pot and serve straight from the pot without baking as a casserole, if you desire. The recipe will actually stay creamier that way.
 
NOTE: I have also partially made the entree the day before to save time. I made up the cheese sauce and fried and crumbled the bacon the day before. Then on the day of serving, I cooked up the macaroni. After draining, add sauce and bacon and heat through.
 
NOTE: This recipe is creamier if you use only two pounds of macaroni. The first time I made it I was trying to serve 30-40 people so I used three pounds.
 
NOTE: This recipe can easily be halved, if desired.
 
© Can’t Stay Out of the Kitchen

Nutrition

Calories: 382kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 781mgPotassium: 295mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 721IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 395mgIron: 1mg
Keyword bacon, casserole, cheese, macaroni and cheese, main dish, pasta
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni is supreme comfort food.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Every scoopful is sensational.

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni is so delicious served with BBQ Brisket!

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Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this fantastic #macandcheese #recipe is perfect for company dinners since it's kid-friendly and makes two huge #casseroles. It's loaded with #bacon and three different kinds of #cheese. Terrific #fall comfort food. #cheddarcheese #Velveeta #pasta #macaroniandcheese

Company Triple Cheese and Bacon Macaroni

Teresa Ambra
This mouthwatering macaroni and cheese dish is filled with three cheeses and bacon. This creamy, cheesy and savory macaroni entree will have you salivating after the first bite! It’s kid-friendly and totally wonderful comfort food any time of the year.
4 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Pasta Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 30
Calories 382 kcal

Equipment

  • 2 9×13" glass baking dishes
  • 1 large stock pot with lid
  • 1 colander
  • 1 skillet to fry bacon
  • 1 sharp kniffe to cut vegetables
  • 1 large Dutch oven with lid
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • 1 whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs. elbow macaroni cooked only to al dente, rinsed, drained & cold water run over top (I prefer 2 pounds because the recipe is creamier)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 2/3 cup UNBLEACHED all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups 2% milk (I prefer half-and-half)
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 1 tsp. sea salt
  • 3/4 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp. dried parsley
  • 6 drops hot sauce
  • 16 oz. pkg. sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 6.67 oz. pkg. Kraft smoky bacon cheddar cheese shredded (I prefer two 6.67-oz. pkgs. smoky bacon cheddar cheese)
  • 32 oz. pkg. velveeta cheese cubed
  • 10 oz. pkg. bacon strips crisp fried and crumbled

Instructions
 

  • Grease or spray two 9×13” glass baking dishes.
  • Set aside.
  • Fry bacon until crisp.
  • Drain, set aside on paper towels to drain.
  • When bacon is cool, crumble into bite sized pieces.
  • Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, bring a very large 16-qt. stock pot filled about 2/3 full of water to a boil.
  • Add macaroni and cook according to package directions, except al dente.
  • Rinse with cold water and drain.
  • In a large Dutch oven, melt butter over low to medium heat.
  • Add green onions and saute until tender – a couple of minutes.
  • Add flour and whisk to combine.
  • Add milk about ¼ cup at a time until all the milk is incorporated.
  • Add half-and-half the same way.
  • Season with salt, pepper, parsley and hot sauce.
  • Add cheese and continue stirring until cheese is melted.
  • Combine with macaroni and pour into prepared baking dishes.
  • Sprinkle the tops with the bacon.
  • Bake at 350 degrees about 15-30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. (See note below).
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

NOTE: While you can eliminate the parsley, if desired, I highly recommend not eliminating the hot sauce. It gives the macaroni the kick it needs to keep the sauce from becoming too bland.
 
NOTE: I microwaved the bacon between two sets of paper towels on a microwaveable plate. I microwaved the bacon approximately one minute per piece of bacon on each plate.
 
NOTE: If you want a stronger bacon flavor, use two packages of smoky bacon cheddar cheese.
 
NOTE:I have used multiple combinations of cream and cheese for this recipe. Those combinations include using all half-and-half, part whipping cream, and/or adding an extra package of smoky bacon cheddar cheese. You can also add additional bacon, if you desire.
 
NOTE: You can combine the cheese sauce, cooked macaroni and bacon in a large pot and serve straight from the pot without baking as a casserole, if you desire. The recipe will actually stay creamier that way.
 
NOTE: I have also partially made the entree the day before to save time. I made up the cheese sauce and fried and crumbled the bacon the day before. Then on the day of serving, I cooked up the macaroni. After draining, add sauce and bacon and heat through.
 
NOTE: This recipe is creamier if you use only two pounds of macaroni. The first time I made it I was trying to serve 30-40 people so I used three pounds.
 
NOTE: This recipe can easily be halved, if desired.
 
© Can’t Stay Out of the Kitchen

Nutrition

Calories: 382kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 781mgPotassium: 295mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 721IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 395mgIron: 1mg
Keyword bacon, casserole, cheese, macaroni and cheese, main dish, pasta
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