Stovetop Mac and Cheese: Indulgent Comfort with Turkey Bacon
A creamy and delicious stovetop mac and cheese recipe that incorporates turkey bacon for a flavorful twist on a classic dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil water and cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, cook turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and chop.
- Add butter to the pot and melt over medium heat.
- Stir in milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Heat until warm.
- Add cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
- Toss in the cooked macaroni and chopped turkey bacon, mixing well to combine.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra creaminess, use a mix of cheeses.
- Feel free to add vegetables like peas or broccoli for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Stovetop Mac and Cheese, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food