Creamy Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon: A Comforting Twist
A comforting twist on the classic mac and cheese with turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions; drain.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy, then crumble.
- In a pot, melt butter, stir in flour, and gradually add milk for a smooth sauce.
- Add cheese, salt, and pepper; stir until melted.
- Combine macaroni, cheese sauce, and bacon; serve warm.
Notes
- For a savory twist, add garlic powder or onion powder to the cheese sauce.
- You can substitute the cheddar with your favorite cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Creamy Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon