A top-down view of a rectangular white baking dish filled with creamy baked macaroni and cheese, topped with crispy bacon, golden-brown breadcrumbs, and fresh chives. A wooden spoon is resting in the dish, having served some of the mac and cheese. The casserole sits on a blue napkin on a wooden table. Two blue bowls are filled with individual servings, and a blue glass with ice water is also on the table. The scene is warm, inviting, and appetizing, showcasing a classic comfort food meal.

Mac & Cheese with Bacon & Chives

Prep

5 MIN

Total

20 MIN

Servings

4 Servings


Ingredients

  • 2

    box

    Kraft Dinner Original Mac & Cheese

  • 1/4

    cup

    milk

  • 1/4

    cup

    butter

  • 1

    cup

    shredded cheese

  • 4

    slices

    Kraft Singles Original Cheddar, chopped

  • 1/3

    cup

    toasted breadcrumbs

  • 1/2

    cup

    bacon bits or crispy ready-cooked bacon

  • -

    Chives, finely chopped (for garnish)

  • Singles Original Slices

    Kraft Singles

    Singles Original Slices


Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook macaroni until tender. While pasta is cooking, preheat oven to 350°F.

  2. Step 2

    Drain the cooked macaroni and return it to the pot. Add milk, butter, cheese packet, and Kraft Singles. Stir until cheese is fully melted.

  3. Step 3

    Transfer to a casserole dish, top with shredded cheese, breadcrumbs and bacon. Bake for 3 minutes or until cheese is fully melted. Garnish with chives before serving.