Homemade Mac and Cheese: Indulgent Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon
Indulge in this creamy, cheesy homemade mac and cheese recipe featuring turkey bacon for a hearty comfort dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk, cook until thickened.
- Remove from heat, stir in cheese until melted, then add cooked macaroni and turkey bacon.
- Season with salt and pepper, then serve warm.
Notes
- Add breadcrumbs on top for a crunchy texture when baking.
- Use different types of cheese for a unique flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg