Bacon Macaroni & Cheese with a Kick
Delicious mac and cheese is taken up a notch when you add bacon!
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bacon mac and cheese, bacon macaroni and cheese
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 650kcal
Author: Mique Provost
- 12 oz. bag elbow macaroni
- 2 c. heavy whipping cream
- 1 16 oz. bag shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 1 small can chopped green chile peppers
- garlic powder
- ground black pepper
- bacon cooked and crumbled or chopped (I used 3 pieces of bacon but you can use more or less depending on your preference)
Pre-heat oven to 400.
Cook bacon according to directions.
Bring water to boil, then add pasta.
Cook uncovered for 8-10 minutes (as directed on package).
While macaroni cooks, chop onions to desired consistency. Saute in a saucepan with 1 Tbsp. butter.
Drain pasta and rinse with hot water.
Place pasta back into pot with 2 tbsp butter and stir to cover so pasta does not stick.
Stir in sauteed onions and cheese and can of green chiles.
Pour in heavy whipping cream and stir until nicely mixed.
Add garlic powder and black pepper to taste.
Scoop mixture into covered casserole dish and bake for 30 minutes, then check for desired bubbliness.
Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 47g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Cholesterol: 156mg | Sodium: 438mg | Potassium: 227mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1605IU | Vitamin C: 1.8mg | Calcium: 488mg | Iron: 1mg