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Tini’s Mac and Cheese: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham

Tini’s Mac and Cheese

This easy mac and cheese recipe features turkey bacon and chicken ham for a flavorful twist on a classic comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 4 slices turkey bacon
  • 1 cup chicken ham, diced
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain.
  2. In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy; remove and crumble.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and stir in the flour, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  4. Slowly whisk in the milk, cooking until thickened.
  5. Add in the cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
  6. Combine the cooked macaroni, chicken ham, and crumbled turkey bacon with the cheese sauce.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then serve warm.

Notes

  • Feel free to substitute different types of cheese for added flavor.
  • This dish can easily be made in larger quantities for a crowd.

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Keywords: Tini’s Mac and Cheese, easy mac and cheese, comfort food