Paula Deen’s Macaroni and Cheese: Indulgent Twist with Turkey Bacon
This macaroni and cheese recipe combines creamy cheesy goodness with the savory addition of turkey bacon, creating a dish that’s both indulgent and satisfying.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 6 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the milk, sour cream, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Add the shredded cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce and mix well.
- Fold in the crumbled turkey bacon.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For a crunchy topping, sprinkle additional cheese on top before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Paula Deen’s Macaroni and Cheese, turkey bacon, cheese, macaroni