Old Fashioned Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Turkey Bacon Delight
Experience a classic comfort food with a delicious twist in this Old Fashioned Baked Macaroni and Cheese featuring turkey bacon.
- Author: Souzan
- 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
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook macaroni according to package directions.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy, then crumble.
- In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Add milk, salt, pepper, and paprika, stirring until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked macaroni, cheese sauce, and crumbled turkey bacon.
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add more milk if needed.
- Feel free to mix cheese types for varied flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
Keywords: Old Fashioned Baked Macaroni and Cheese, turkey bacon, comfort food