Bacon Mac & Cheese

Directions

1. 1
   Cook the pasta and set aside.
2. 2
   Cook the bacon in 1 tbsp butter, salt, and pepper until crispy; set aside. When cooled cut in pieces.
3. 3
   Cook the chicken in 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper until done, then cut in small pieces.
4. 4
   Heat a deep skillet over medium heat and melt the butter, then add the flour and mix until it forms a paste.
5. 5
   Add the heavy cream, salt, and pepper and cook until smooth and bubbly.
6. 6
   Add the three cheeses and stir until they're melted in.
7. 7
   Add the Ranch dressing, mix well, and then add the chicken; stir until combined.
8. 8
   Place the cooked pasta in a large baking dish and sprinkle with 1 tsp salt, mix well.
9. 9
   Pour the chicken cheese mixture over the pasta and stir until completely coated.
10. 10
    In a small bowl combine bread crumbs with 2 tbsp of melted butter, mix until crumbly, then sprinkle over the macaroni.
11. 11
    Sprinkle the cooked, chopped bacon evenly over the top.
12. 12
    Bake at 350* uncovered for 30 minutes.
13. 13
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