Double Bacon Mac 'n' Cheese

DOUBLE BACON MAC 'N' CHEESE

1 (16 oz.) package elbow macaroni
2 (10.75-ounce) cans condensed Cheddar cheese soup
2 cups milk
1 1/2 lb. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, with 1 cup reserved for garnish
3 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 lb. bacon, cooked and crumbled, with 1/4 cup reserved for garnish
1/4 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. black pepper
2 scallions, thinly sliced

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and place back in pot. Stir in cheese soup, milk, Cheddar cheese, butter, bacon, salt, and pepper; mix well. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and sprinkle evenly with reserved cheese, reserved bacon, and scallions. Bake 35 to 40 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. Makes 6 servings.