Bacon Cheeseburger Mac n’ Cheese

1: Cook onions over medium-high heat until all water has evaporated and they begin to brown/stick to pan. Do not add any salt.

2: Pour over ~16oz of beef bone broth, along with 1-2 tablespoons of soy sauce, stir and boil until liquid is completely reduced.

3: In a slow cooker, combine ground beef, bacon, diced tomatoes, sweet relish, tomato paste, garlic purée, diced chipotles, and the seasonings.

4: Add cooked pasta to the slow cooker mixture.

5: For the blended sauce, mix cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, American cheese, and milk until smooth and add to the slow cooker.

6: Cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 3-4 hours.

7: Garnish with chopped chives before serving.