Baked Mac and Cheese: Indulgent Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon
Baked Mac and Cheese is the ultimate indulgent comfort food, enhanced by the rich 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-based
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced turkey bacon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking until thickened.
- Add cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika, stirring until melted.
- Combine the cheese sauce with the macaroni and turkey bacon.
- Pour into a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- You can substitute with your favorite type of cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 750 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
Keywords: Baked Mac and Cheese, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food