Creamy Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham Delight
A deliciously creamy mac and cheese recipe with turkey bacon and chicken ham that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup chicken ham, diced
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop into pieces.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and stir in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in the cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked macaroni, turkey bacon, and chicken ham to the cheese sauce and mix well.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add more cheese!
- Consider using different types of cheese for varied flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Creamy Mac and Cheese, Turkey Bacon, Chicken Ham