Simple Macaroni and Cheese: A Comforting Twist with Turkey Bacon
A creamy, delicious macaroni and cheese recipe with a twist of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
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 cooked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the milk, and cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cheese, turkey bacon, salt, and pepper to the sauce and stir until the cheese is melted.
- Toss the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños.
- You can substitute the turkey bacon for regular bacon if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Simple Macaroni and Cheese, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food
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