Easy & High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon
This Easy & High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon is a delicious twist on a classic dish, packed with flavor and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy; remove and crumble.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; stir in flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Slowly whisk in milk until smooth; cook until thickened.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Add cooked macaroni, broccoli, and crumbled bacon to the cheese sauce; mix well.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- For added flavor, use sharp cheddar cheese.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 milligrams
Keywords: Easy & High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese, Broccoli Mac and Cheese, Turkey Bacon Mac and Cheese