Mac and Cheese Made Indulgent with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
A creamy, indulgent twist on classic mac and cheese, featuring savory turkey bacon and chicken ham.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 4 ounces turkey bacon, chopped
- 4 ounces chicken ham, diced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chicken ham and sauté for a few minutes.
- In a separate pot, melt butter, then whisk in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually add milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
- Add in the cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until the cheese is fully melted.
- Mix the macaroni, turkey bacon, and chicken ham into the cheese sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
Notes
- This dish can be customized with your choice of cheese.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 1200 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 75 milligrams
Keywords: Mac and Cheese, Turkey Bacon, Chicken Ham