Old-Fashioned Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious twist on a classic recipe, this Old-Fashioned Baked Macaroni and Cheese is enhanced with turkey bacon for an irresistible flavor.
- 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: Meat
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same saucepan, melt butter, then whisk in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually add milk, stirring until the mixture thickens.
- Add cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika, stirring until smooth.
- Combine macaroni, cheese sauce, and crumbled bacon in a baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top.
Notes
- For extra creamy mac and cheese, add an additional cup of cheese.
- Substitute gluten-free pasta if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Old-Fashioned Baked Macaroni and Cheese, Mac and Cheese, Turkey Bacon