Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
A deliciously creamy baked mac and cheese casserole made with turkey bacon, perfect for family dinners!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups milk
- 8 ounces turkey bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat, and stir in cheese, turkey bacon, and seasonings until well combined.
- Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni and mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a crispy top, broil the casserole for a few minutes after baking.
- Feel free to add vegetables like peas or spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese Casserole, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food