Macaroni and Cheese

Macaroni and Cheese

Andrew Walmsley

Andrew Walmsley

10 Feb 2026

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Cook

30 mins

Serves

4 People

Calories

350 calories

Indulge in a creamy, comforting bowl of macaroni and cheese, enriched with crispy bacon and a hint of onion. This American classic is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends.

Ingredients

  • 250 g macaroni
  • 1 onion
  • 200 g bacon
  • 300 g cheese
  • 750 ml milk
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 tomato
  • salt
  • pepper

Method

  1. 1

    Cook the macaroni in boiling salted water until al dente. Rinse under a cold tap and set aside in your colander or sieve.

  2. 2

    Fry the chopped onion and bacon together, set aside.

  3. 3

    Beat the eggs and milk together and season lightly.

  4. 4

    Mix the macaroni, bacon, and onion together.

  5. 5

    To assemble: using a well-greased oven dish, layer the ingredients: cheese, macaroni mix, tomato. Repeat, making sure there is enough cheese for the top.

  6. 6

    Pour the egg/milk custard over the top and place the dish in a pan of hot water.

  7. 7

    Bake at 180°C in the oven, middle shelf for about 30 minutes, or until set.

  8. 8

    Let your dish stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Optional: Fry mushrooms with the bacon, omit the bacon, use 1/2 tin of tuna, or use 3 cheeses: feta, cheddar & cream cheese.

Nutrition per serving

350kcal
Calories

Fat

12g

Carbs

40g

Protein

25g

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Rate this recipe

4.7 · 25 ratings

Comments

M
Mia Taylor16/02/2026

The rich, smoky flavor from the bacon takes this classic macaroni and cheese to a whole new level. Each creamy bite is perfectly balanced with a delightful crunch.

L
Lucas Dubois14/02/2026

Thank you for sharing this macaroni and cheese recipe. I really appreciated the addition of bacon, which added a wonderful depth of flavor.

N
Nusrat Khan12/02/2026

I was pleasantly surprised by how flavorful this macaroni and cheese turned out with just a few ingredients. The addition of bacon added a delightful crunch that exceeded my expectations.

J
Jack Brown11/02/2026

The addition of crispy bacon really elevates this classic macaroni and cheese, providing a savory crunch that complements the creamy cheese perfectly. I love how the onions add a subtle sweetness, enhancing the overall flavor profile.

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