Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon: Indulgent Comfort Food Delight
A creamy and delicious mac and cheese recipe featuring turkey bacon for an indulgent twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy; remove and crumble.
- In a pot, melt butter over medium heat, stir in flour, and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in milk, and cook until the mixture thickens.
- Add cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; stir until cheese is melted.
- Mix in macaroni and crumbled bacon; stir to combine.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add crushed red pepper flakes.
- Consider using different types of cheese for variations in flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
Keywords: Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon