Description
This creamy broccoli mac and cheese combines the delightful flavors of savory turkey bacon with cheesy goodness, creating a comfort dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions; drain.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy; remove and chop.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour until smooth.
- Gradually add milk, stirring until thickened.
- Stir in cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and seasoning.
- Add cooked macaroni, broccoli, and bacon; mix well.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes.
- Replace turkey bacon with regular bacon for richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg