Southern Baked Mac and Cheese: Indulgent Twist with Turkey Bacon
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Discover a delicious take on a classic dish with this Southern Baked Mac and Cheese featuring turkey bacon for a scrumptious twist.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Meat
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring until thickened.
- Add the cheeses, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until cheese is melted.
- Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni and turkey bacon.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a dash of hot sauce.
- Feel free to substitute different cheeses based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 22 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams