Description
A delicious and creamy macaroni and cheese recipe featuring three cheeses and turkey bacon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then crumble.
- Melt the butter in a pot over medium heat, then whisk in the flour to make a roux.
- Gradually add the milk while whisking, and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Add the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses to the sauce and stir until melted.
- Combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce in a large bowl, then fold in the crumbled turkey bacon.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika, and mix well.
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.
Notes
- For a crunchier topping, you can sprinkle breadcrumbs on top before baking.
- Feel free to substitute different types of cheese based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Creamy Three Cheese Macaroni and Cheese, macaroni and cheese, turkey bacon