One Pot Crispy Bacon Macaroni and Cheese | How To Make Mac "N" Cheese

Macaroni and cheese is such a classic dish and can be made in lots of different ways with lots of additional extras to take the flavours to new heights. In this one, bacon is cooked down to render the fat and the remaining ingredients are then cooked in that fat to create the most beautiful flavour. I hope you enjoy it and thanks for watching!
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Serves - 6 To 8
Ingredients -
300g (10.5oz) - Streaky or Back Bacon, Large Diced
2 tsp (20g) - Dijon Mustard
10g (0.3oz) - Thyme, Roughly Chopped
5 - Garlic Cloves, Finely Chopped or Minced (Use 4 Cloves)
1 1/2 Cups (375ml) - Chicken or Vegetable Stock
300g (10.5oz) - Macaroni Pasta
2 1/2 Cups (625ml) - Full Fat Milk
1/2 Cup (125ml) - Thickened Cream (Substitute for Full Fat Milk)
1 1/3 Cups (330ml) - Chicken or Vegetable Stock
50g (1.7oz) - Plain (All-Purpose) Flour
200g (7.05oz) - Cheddar Cheese, Grated & Divided
5g (0.2oz) - Flat Leaf Parsley, Roughly Chopped
Seasoning To Taste
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[@spitspotmichael]

Hahaha "also, I burnt my mouth". You crack me up (10 cracks worth). That brightened my early morning mate. Fantastic recipe as usual. Great stuff.

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha! Glad you liked it mate. Added a few little extra comments in this one haha

[@TheMotiveDJ]

You have quickly become one of the most prominent chefs on youtube. Your videos never disappoint.

[@ChefJackOvens]

I really do appreciate hearing this! Thank you so much 😊

[@lindawarren6721]

I agree absolutely 😊😊😊😊

[@smitajal9565]

Hahaha...you always crack me up....and look at you, with that burning sensation you were so calmly eating that plate of deliciousness.. This is real comfort food for me...lots of cream, milk and cheese.. awesome recipe... Thank you Chef Jack you always bring smiles in my life along with your delicious recipes... Sending you loads of love and blessings 💕💕💕💕

[@ChefJackOvens]

Hahaha 😝 This one really is delicious. It always makes me smile seeing your comments and kind words. It’s always greatly appreciated! Thank you, Smita 🙏🙏

[@jm12green31]

I love the format of your videos man always very helpful and informative

[@ChefJackOvens]

That really is awesome to hear! Thank you 🙏

[@TheErinlw]

Love that the videos are under 10 minutes and both metric and imperial measurements are used!

[@ChefJackOvens]

🙌🙌

[@groovytuesday6883]

Great addition to weekly meals. Thank you

[@ChefJackOvens]

Glad it’s helpful

[@lidiatorbica3783]

This is just up my street! Makes my mouth water watching!

[@ChefJackOvens]

It’s so good 😊

[@elainemorgan8610]

Omg. So glad to have someone that speaks so clear and explains everything so so well………thank you 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥰

[@ChefJackOvens]

Thank you 🙏

[@billyblackie9417]

Really beautiful, Jack I have made this before but the first time I followed a KZbin recipe and it was desperate, the second time I used less cheese and it turned out much better and tomorrow I'm going to try it your way because the recipe in yours is different and looks far better. Thanks Jack you are 1 in a 1m

[@karensg5872]

Jack, I made this tonight for my family and they said it’s the best Mac n Cheese they’ve tasted! Thanks again, this will become another regular from you! 🙏💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@ChefJackOvens]

Really great to hear. Glad you all enjoyed it

[@Diana94M]

So nice!!😊. Yesterday I was just thinking about cooking some macaroni and cheese but I didn't know how to do it because in my country we are not used to eat it. But now I know that, with easy ingredients, it can be a delicious and good looking meal. Thank you for your tasty recipes 😀

[@ChefJackOvens]

It’s super easy! Hope you enjoy it 😊🙏

[@mariak3103]

Chef Jack! This recipe is a winner, thank you so much

[@ChefJackOvens]

Thank you 🙏

[@breakablebuttercup]

My dear mr Ovens, my other half absolutely loves your videos and he has made some really lovely food thanks to you! Tonight he followed your recipe for Mac and cheese and omg! It was so much garlic!!! it was not too bad but got to say to anyone who reads this… you might want to put only 1-2 cloves or skip them altogether. Thank you for your otherwise excellent content and my boyf can’t wait to make the African curry. Thanks X

[@ChefJackOvens]

Appreciate the feedback! I need to remember that garlic is stronger in other countries than it is in Australia. I could literally put 20+ cloves in this and it wouldn’t be overpowering. I’ll make a note in the description. Out of curiosity, did you use fresh cloves and were they chopped or minced. 🙏

[@breakablebuttercup]

@@ChefJackOvens fresh 🇬🇧 garlic cloves chopped with a knife since we don’t have a mincer… yet! Thank you for explaining the issue, I had no idea about this 🧄

[@rneustel388]

This looks amazing, and I can almost smell that bacon! I love that you added the 20 cracks of black pepper to the top. I could hardly make it without my 2 pepper grinders-one for black pepper and one for white.

[@rutheglin-pugh2320]

Like your little asides..you've f2f become more and more comfortable in this medium over the years.....love your recipes and how you present them..interesting and inspiring. And that you add how to store and reheat if applicable.

[@ChefJackOvens]

100%! the more I do these videos, the more comfortable I’m becoming. It’s a big change to what I’m used to but I’m really loving it! So glad everything is helpful to you 🙏😊 thank you

[@maeganlozano7058]

@@ChefJackOvens So just curious, as it hasn’t been long since I came across your channel, but what are you more used to?

[@heidi3660]

Never disappointed in your recipes jack made this tonight!!! Hit the spot

[@chanelle8226]

Another delicious dish from jack oven thank you for sharing jack.

[@ChefJackOvens]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@mollyplays6009]

Looks so yummy definitely gonna try this. Love your channel the recipes ate so easy to follow 😀

[@ChefJackOvens]

Thank you! So glad you love it 🙏

[@kyproset]

Thank you, an amazing twist to traditional macaroni and cheese.

[@ChefJackOvens]

This ones so easy to put together and best of all, all done in the one pot

[@Sophie-yd5zo]

Love ur recipes I've tried alot of them for our family each has been sooo good! Thank u for what u do! 😁

[@billyblackie9417]

Hi Jack just to let you know I cooked this yesterday and it was ok not as good as yours but ok but I put the left overs in the fridge and now I heated some up again in the microwave and shredded red cheddar and sprinkled it over it and microwaved it again for another minute to melt the cheese and just eating it now and must say it is 100 times better eating it the second day like stews when it matures over night the stew is always better the next day. Thanks a million for your great help. I'm going to make more during the week just for freezing in portions

[@ChefJackOvens]

I found that too! I had mine the day after and it had greatly enhanced 😊🤤

[@Suzyfromtheblock]

Such a great recipe all in one pot, very good ❤

[@tastebudtechnicians2339]

This will be a great one for school holidays! Easy and delicious 🤤 I hope your mouth is ok!

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha it wasn’t too bad 😊

[@howardbaldwin1226]

Sooooooooo good Jack! I’ve got a similar recipe which also includes half a finely diced onion but no garlic. I can recommend sieving the flour to make sure that your final mix is lump free. Thanks so much for sharing. I will definitely be giving this recipe a go! Cheers from AKL.

[@ChefJackOvens]

You definitely can’t go wrong with mac and cheese. You can pretty much add whatever to it and it will still taste amazing! Thank you mate

[@jalbu8330]

Great little recipe, love your ending 😉

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha thank you

[@karensg5872]

Looks great Jack, I cant wait to make this! 🙏💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@ChefJackOvens]

Please enjoy it

[@martinsaxon1642]

This looks incredible going to try this tomorrow. Thank you jack

[@ChefJackOvens]

Hope you enjoy it 😊

[@martinsaxon1642]

@@ChefJackOvens I'm not a huge fan of macaroni cheese. So must of been following wrong recipe. This looks like a winner will let you know

[@martinsaxon1642]

@@ChefJackOvens unreal the best mac and cheese glad you are on youtube

[@tarnsand440]

I haven't made this but you can be dang sure I'm going to!! Cheers as always from 🇨🇦

[@ChefJackOvens]

Awesome! Cheers from Australia!

[@ginacable5376]

Omg Jack my favourite, thank you.

[@ChefJackOvens]

My pleasure!

[@nateredz]

Another one of my favourite meals ❤️ I do love my Mac and cheese to be very cheesy. You are one of the best chefs I've come across and as I have said before that I really enjoy watching your videos. Thank you again Jack and I hope you and your loved ones are keeping well

[@ChefJackOvens]

I really do appreciate it! Thank you so much 😊

[@Titohascontent]

My village will love this recipe. A big thank you from Tunisia 🇹🇳 see you in the soccer World Cup

[@ChefJackOvens]

It’s always a pleasure! Please enjoy it

[@aljocammo765]

I got excited. I thought I could smell a pie coming. I shall calmly wait my turn lol. Mac and cheese..I throw an insane amount if chilli in mine. Congrats on another great video mate. You're really coming into your own buddy. Well deserved.

[@ChefJackOvens]

Its coming very soon! I promise. I added it to my recipe list and wrote out an awesome recipe earlier today.

[@aljocammo765]

@@ChefJackOvens hey buddy. I'm happy to see whatever comes along. This really is a game changing channel so when the pie comes it will be awesome. Be very proud of yourself mate hey. 👍

[@jwillar6173]

Yes, certain things do get smaller when they’re cold and that’s why I hate to be cold . . .

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha!

[@DrBrunoRecipes]

Looks delicious 👌🏻 Greetings from Scotland 😊 Have a great day everyone 🌻

[@ChefJackOvens]

Have a great day too 🙏

[@jaredwheaton4011]

Love your format dude, all your videos are great and the voice over is quick but enough details to inform the viewer whether pro or beginner. And those knife skills bro 🍆😍

[@ChefJackOvens]

Really appreciate it and glad you enjoy it

[@petrueygelaar]

Can I freeze this dish in containers? I love your videos thank you😊

[@ChefJackOvens]

You definitely can 😊

[@aandrews667]

I’ve never liked Mac & Cheese, but GOD DAMN I’ll be giving this a go.

[@ChefJackOvens]

It’s so good 😊

[@aandrews667]

@@ChefJackOvens I believe it. Can I put a request in for you to think about? A easy and reasonably priced full on Christmas Roast Dinner. Colours and flavours galore.

[@tarnsand440]

My Gran's baked Mac n Cheese with tomatoes has been going for 4 generations amongst our family. Cook Macaroni melted cheese tin of crushed or chopped tomatoes chopped fried bacon some fried onion basil milk. Bake at 350F for 1 hr. Last 10 min remove lid to brown top.Mmmmm!!

[@TofferJ-UK]

Great recipe again Jack 👍

[@ChefJackOvens]

Thank you 🙏

[@tegansmith3057]

I just made this tonight as a side dish and it’s soo good! I hate dry Mac and cheese and this is just divine

[@RoyShouriMustango]

Awesome! Can’t wait to try !

[@ChefJackOvens]

Please do 😊😋

[@Capluffy1090]

Looking really good! I'll give this a try once I am off my diet :D

[@ChefJackOvens]

You definitely should 😊

[@idlethumbs01]

Hope you don't mind, I'm gonna try this but with cauliflower instead of pasta! Looks amazing as usual.

[@ChefJackOvens]

I don’t mind at all! Do what you want to with the recipes and make it your own. Please enjoy 😊

[@Mninoyb]

This is sooo mine😲 Anything with pasta, cheese and bacon....perfect❤

[@ChefJackOvens]

You can’t go wrong 😋

[@Mninoyb]

@@ChefJackOvens Unfortunately it's a public holiday here and I have no cheese🤣

[@ChefJackOvens]

There’s always tomorrow 😉😂

[@Mninoyb]

@@ChefJackOvens 🤣👍

[@Haxnschorsch]

I like your very precise recipes :)

[@ChefJackOvens]

Thank you 🙏

[@simonnewbound6225]

Man your killing me with all this food ,it's a good job I have a cheat day once a week so I can sample this stuff lol brilliant as ever mate ..

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha it’s always good to have a cheat day 😉👍

[@jumpysniper]

Which playlist is this part of, should it not be in the pork playlist? Saving your playlists for ingredients we like but I want to make sure I can find this again in the future

[@ChefJackOvens]

Cheers for the heads up! I just swapped it over for you 😊

[@Veteran_Nerd]

Came for the recipe, stayed for the humor. Always entertaining hahaha! ❤

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha 😂 thank you 🙏

[@rick_fortune]

Gotta be the easiest Mac and Cheese recipe I've seen. I shall try this this weekend.

[@ChefJackOvens]

It really is! Please enjoy it!

[@earlscourtsw10]

Looks gorgeous! 😊

[@ChefJackOvens]

Thank you 🙏

[@smaragdinepearl5439]

Thanks for yet another great video + recipe! Can’t wait to try making it :)) I’m sick but feel cured already by the end of it haha

[@ChefJackOvens]

It’s always a pleasure 😊

[@joshsun1446]

That 10 grams worth whisper is so cheeky hahaha. Also never a fan of Mac n cheese but this one looks good enough for me to try!

[@ChefJackOvens]

Its so good! Please enjoy it

[@thedonutman92]

Hi Chef, delicious recipe! What pan do you use in your cooking? Looking to buy a new one that can go on the stove and in the oven :)

[@ChefJackOvens]

I use Essteele per vita pans. They’re amazing 😊 I have them on my website in the tools and equipment section if you need more info - www.chefjackovens.com

[@chickeningravydeluxecatfood]

What are your thoughts on mixing cheddar with some GRUYERE and perhaps some grated parmesan to crust up the top?

[@ChefJackOvens]

Thats a perfect combination!

[@tanyasmith2898]

Another great recipe and video, now I need to progress from watching to making 😅

[@tommurphy4094]

I've just gotten used to single and double cream v heavy and half n half cream. Now "thickened" pops up 😄

[@ChefJackOvens]

Thickened cream is a whipping cream containing a thickener with a minimum fat content of 35% haha

[@tommurphy4094]

@@ChefJackOvens Thanks.

[@gomezgandr4435]

😋😋…wowwwcant wait to try it…thanks chef!,,,,

[@TheProf777]

Looks amazing!! Hey Jack ... what are your thoughts about induction cooktops? I will be moving out of the US again soon, this time to London to open my new company offices. The brand new apartments in Canary Wharf have Miele induction cooktops (in amazingly spacious kitchens with high rise views). I have never used induction but it seems many amateur "chefs" like myself like them. Thanks!! GE

[@LpG88]

Must try this

[@ChefJackOvens]

It’s so good 😊

[@LpG88]

Made it yesterday and it was really tasty, the kids loved it. Will do it again, but first we will make your lasagna and chicken parmigiana 👍

[@billyblackie9417]

Can you freeze this and for how long. I'm trying to cook extra things and freeze some because sometimes I can't leave home for days as weather is too bad at times for my mobility scooter so I need to freeze some things to keep me going at times thanks and keeping it simple is great for older age people with medical problems like me

[@ChefJackOvens]

It can be frozen for up to 4 months.

[@billyblackie9417]

Thanks a million Jack I'm making it now

[@terryduckworth5105]

Wooooo steady chef….. usually things shrink when they get cold 😮😮😮😮😮

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha 😂

[@april_may_or_may_not]

Certain things get smaller when cold? Hehehehe cheeky!

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha 😂

[@deborahstevens9587]

Looks delicious.

[@ChefJackOvens]

Thank you

[@CptSpears007]

Going to give this one a go today

[@ChefJackOvens]

Please do

[@CptSpears007]

@@ChefJackOvens I made it and swapped out the bits I needed for gluten free alternatives. It was delicious and there’s some for leftovers as well. Definitely going to do it again, perfect for a winter dinner on the sofa.

[@maxkeo1]

This looks delicious ngl

[@ChefJackOvens]

It’s so good 😊

[@dngr_412]

This looks incredible and I've been doing something similar recently but I'M SORRY WHAT WAS THAT ABOUT THE COLD JACK????

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha 😂 😬

[@dngr_412]

@@ChefJackOvens I mean, best video yet

[@ChefJackOvens]

Appreciate it! I really do. Thank you 🙏 I’m really trying to up my game recently doing things I don’t usually do. 🙏

[@dngr_412]

@@ChefJackOvens it's great content! You're doing amazing, I am here for boosting your channel because you're just great to watch, and again, excellent stuff in this one, you're hilarious, 10/10

[@ChefJackOvens]

🙏🙏🙏

[@TF2ReplayMaker]

Is it okay to cook this in a non-stick Tefal pan instead of a stainless steel high-rimmed pan? Will cooking time vary?

[@leonelherrera4413]

Looks good

[@ChefJackOvens]

Thank you 🙏

[@marylinvieth3959]

What brand of stock “cubes” do you use, that’s if you do. I use Massel

[@ChefJackOvens]

I make my own stocks 😊

[@Letus007]

Hey Jack. How about you make some recipes for the instant pot? It saves time in the kitchen. It would be really awesome if you could make bolognese sauce for it. Thnx buddy

[@ChefJackOvens]

I’ll have to dust off my brand new instant pot that’s never been used and been in my cupboard for about 3 years haha 😂

[@Letus007]

@@ChefJackOvens Omg!! Save me from the same fate buddy 😂

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha 😂

[@leannegoodman1536]

I can't wait to cook this bad boy, looks amazing! I hope your mouth has healed lol

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha it wasnt that bad, I just like adding in little extra comments

[@leannegoodman1536]

@@ChefJackOvens I know, just having a dig 😁

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha 😂

[@leannegoodman1536]

Hey Jack, am I able to contact you personally? It's in regards to dry herbs and spices that I work with 🙂

[@ChefJackOvens]

Of course! Do you have Instagram?

[@alexperkins8433]

is thre something we can us to sub for thyme?....just made this with just a sprinkle (didnt have much) and it is AMAzing! any chance you can next give us a recipe that will obliterate the entire pan of macncheese that i just ate? 😂

[@ChefJackOvens]

You can leave it out or use a little bit of basil 😊

[@shannarattan8963]

Delicious 😋 😋

[@greenbroccolistudios1275]

Mmmmmm bacon mac and cheese :D

[@lindsayforbes7370]

I've made loads of Mac and cheese but never all in one pan 👍👍👍👍

[@capybara3806]

Delicious😋

[@rahl169]

Three different knives in one video! Is someone flexing on us? ;)

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha! I just love using my knives 😊

[@Bucho-82]

The little extra funny comments are great! Run with it!

[@ChefJackOvens]

Definitely! Really trying to change a few things up

[@philharnett2884]

More cheese!!!

[@ChefJackOvens]

You can always add more 😊

[@HoodieTM]

How come you don’t drain the bacon grease?

[@ChefJackOvens]

Extra flavour

[@HoodieTM]

@@ChefJackOvens fair enough👌 was just curious

[@babehuiy]

Oh you poor thing burnt your mouth... ouch TT_TT ... I wouldn't risk getting myself burnt no matter how delicious the food looked and is really delicious. Do be careful Chef! The cheese maniac I know I am I'd be adding more cheese and they would be of different kinds... abnormal love of cheese. Thanks for this recipe my first go to recipe when I'm in a hurry and running out of time.

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha it wasn’t that bad, I just like adding the little comments in, make the video a bit more interesting 😬. You can definitely add more cheese to this 😊

[@annelot9714]

Haha, no wonder you burned your mouth 😅 This is real comfort food and I never made it so now I’m going to because of this fantastic recipe 👏👏👏 Much love from the Netherlands and a big thank you 🙏🏼 By the way, I secretly have the name Mr Pepper for you 😋

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha 😂 🙏🙏

[@horse5407]

Lumpy flour no? Shouldn’t you add it before the liquid to the fat in the pan?

[@ChefJackOvens]

No not at all. You can sieve it to make sure but if it’s well mixed it won’t clump. The reason it’s not done prior is because it’s a one pot dish. If we add it before the other ingredients won’t be able to sauté properly

[@jenniferfoster3470]

👏👏👏

[@ChefJackOvens]

I highly recommend it!

[@MsSarahRush]

GLUTEN FREE - I used this recipe and it was delicious however, with the gluten free version of macaroni it does need a little longer to cook. I’ll be using this one again. Thank you 😊

[@ShipWreck68]

This video be titled One pot instant heart attack.

[@ChefJackOvens]

It’s Mac and cheese

[@carolbailey4808]

Can you freeze this?

[@ChefJackOvens]

You sure can. Up to 4 months

[@l214laus]

Just before you mentioned your mouth, I was thinking that the mix looked like it had nuclear heat. 😃

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha!

[@jananderson5712]

My first thought when you went to eat a spoonful of the Mac and cheese was, noooo!

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha 😂 we all the learn the hard way 😉

[@TimeAndTimeAgainToo]

Behold dual screen herb chopping!

[@ChefJackOvens]

You know it 😉

[@halfpint3187]

Hi can u freeze 🥶 this

[@ChefJackOvens]

You definitely can

[@halfpint3187]

@@ChefJackOvens thank for reply be great for busy work week

[@CptSpears007]

No idea what you mean about things getting smaller when they’re cold……….no idea………..none.😂

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha 😂

[@Bettyish]

Would you not want to a. Clock that flour out? And B. make a slurry with the flour first to avoid the clumps? For a professional chef this would be basic culinary training oui?

[@ChefJackOvens]

The flour is cooked out and its smooth. You can make a roux before hand but we’re making it while everything is cooking together

[@badjoj015]

thats what she/they said

[@ChefJackOvens]

😊

[@lorrainea.285]

Looks good but HOW MANY CALORIES??😭 I work out 7 days a week and stay under 130 pounds. This will make me gain tons of weight😫

[@desgoulding7154]

Thanks for sharing Jack have a great weekend mate.TOPDISH

[@ChefJackOvens]

Have a great weekend too mate

[@froggystyle642]

Looks great, pretty stingy with the cheese though!

[@ChefJackOvens]

Honestly, I doesn’t need anymore. You can always add more though if you prefer it 😊

[@mikekingtaberna8917]

Good work Chef! R.i.p. your tounge

[@ChefJackOvens]

Haha! Its all good, it wasn't actually that bad

[@JakeJakeP]

Too fattening

[@ChefJackOvens]

Both pretty much the same! I prefer the whole roasted

[@samc179]

Why is this guy so corporate? He's like a stock image and why does he talk like he's an air hostess?

[@ChefJackOvens]

I’m professional haha which makes it funny because there’s lots of jokes in this one that you may have missed as I say it so seriously

[@ClassicalPan]

I prepared this tonight and it was fantastic. 🧑‍🍳🤌

[@ChefJackOvens]

Great to hear 👍