Homemade Mac with Turkey Bacon: An Indulgent Twist on Comfort Food
Enjoy a delicious twist on classic comfort food with this homemade mac and cheese featuring turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 4 ounces turkey bacon
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a pan, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then chop it into small pieces.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, then whisk in the flour to create a roux.
- Slowly add the milk while whisking, and then stir in the garlic and onion powder.
- Once the sauce thickens, remove from heat and mix in the cheddar cheese until melted.
- Combine the macaroni, cheese sauce, and turkey bacon in a baking dish.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding some fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Homemade Mac, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon