White Cheddar Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon: Indulgently Creamy
Indulge in this creamy and rich White Cheddar Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked turkey bacon, chopped
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add flour, stirring constantly for about 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted.
- Add cooked macaroni and turkey bacon; mix until combined.
- Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes.
- This dish can be baked for a golden top if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: White Cheddar, Mac and Cheese, Turkey Bacon