Homemade Mac and Cheese Made Indulgent with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
A rich and creamy homemade mac and cheese recipe with crispy turkey bacon and savory chicken ham for an indulgent twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced turkey bacon
- 1 cup diced chicken ham
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Add the cheddar cheese, turkey bacon, and chicken ham to the sauce, stirring until melted and combined.
- Combine the macaroni and cheese sauce, then season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding your favorite spices or herbs.
- Feel free to substitute the cheeses for your preferred varieties.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Homemade Mac and Cheese, Turkey Bacon, Chicken Ham