Bacon Cheddar Mac and Cheese

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Easy homemade mac and cheese and you can't go wrong when you know it has bacon.

8 ounces uncooked pasta, (elbow macaroni, small shells, wheels, etc. what ever you like best)
1/2 pound bacon, chopped into small pieces
1/4 cup flour
3 cups milk
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
2 cups cheddar cheese, divided (i used medium)
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1 tablespoon, dried parsley flakes

Prepare pasta according to package directions. While pasta is cooking. Fry bacon in skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain 1 tablespoon of bacon grease and set aside in a small bowl. Add 1/4 cup of...
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Nutritions

Calories
356

Sodium
504mg
21% DV

Fat
9g
14% DV

Protein
21g
42% DV

Carbs
43g
14% DV

Fiber
3g
12% DV

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