Bacon Mac Cheese: Indulgent Turkey Bacon Twist for Comfort Food
Experience the rich and creamy goodness of Bacon Mac & Cheese with a twist of turkey bacon for a healthier indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 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 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add milk gradually, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted.
- Combine macaroni, cheese sauce, and crumbled bacon in a baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add crushed red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to mix in additional veggies like broccoli or peas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Bacon Mac & Cheese, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon Recipe