A Gooey Twist on Comfort Food: Indulgent Turkey Bacon Mac and Cheese
A deliciously comforting dish that combines the richness of cheese with the savory flavors of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then chop into pieces.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the flour to create a roux.
- Add the milk to the roux gradually, whisking until smooth.
- Stir in the cheese until melted and smooth, then add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the macaroni and bacon with the cheese sauce, mixing well.
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add crushed red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to mix different types of cheese for a unique flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: mac and cheese, turkey bacon, comfort food