Cheddar-Bacon Mac & Cheese - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
2 cups Kraft Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided
3 slices OSCAR MAYER Center Cut Bacon, cooked, crumbled

Preparation

HEAT oven to 350\u00b0F
COOK macaroni as directed on package. Meanwhile, melt butter in large saucepan on low heat. Stir in flour; cook 2 minute or until bubbly. Gradually stir in milk; cook on medium heat until mixture comes to boil, stirring constantly. Simmer on low heat 3 to 5 minute or until thickened. Add 1-1/2 cups cheese; cook and stir 5 minute or until melted.
DRAIN macaroni. Add to sauce with bacon; mix lightly. Spoon into 1-1/2-qt. casserole; top with remaining cheese.
BAKE 20 minute or until heated through.
Substitute: Prepare using KRAFT Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese.