**Savory and Indulgent: A Culinary Journey into Bacon-Broccoli Mac and Cheese Bites**
Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a delectable treat that combines the irresistible flavors of bacon, broccoli, and mac and cheese into bite-sized morsels of pure indulgence. These Bacon-Broccoli Mac and Cheese Bites are a delightful fusion of creamy, cheesy goodness and crispy, savory bacon, perfectly complemented by the vibrant green florets of broccoli. Each bite offers a delightful burst of flavors and textures, making them the ultimate party appetizer or a satisfying snack that can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere. With three variations provided – Air Fryer, Oven-Baked, and Pan-Fried – you can choose the cooking method that best suits your preferences and time constraints. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of these irresistible Bacon-Broccoli Mac and Cheese Bites.
BROCCOLI AND BACON MAC AND CHEESE
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs, adding the broccoli during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the Canadian bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and slightly crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate using a slotted spoon; reserve the drippings in the pan.
- Add the scallion whites, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper to the saucepan. Cook until slightly softened, 1 minute. Whisk in the flour and mustard; cook, whisking, until the flour is lightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Whisk in the milk and reserved pasta water. Cook, whisking, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Add the cheeses; cook, whisking, until creamy, about 2 more minutes.
- Stir the pasta, broccoli and Canadian bacon into the cheese sauce. Season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with the scallion greens.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 498 calorie, Fat 20 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Cholesterol 60 milligrams, Sodium 821 milligrams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 27 grams
BACON-BROCCOLI MAC AND CHEESE
Take normal mac and cheese to the next level with steamed broccoli, crispy bacon and Gouda and cheddar cheeses.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package, using minimum cook time. Meanwhile, cook broccoli as directed on package.
- In 4-quart Dutch oven, cook bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon; set aside. Reserve 2 tablespoons drippings. Cook shallots in bacon drippings over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in flour, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until mixture is smooth and bubbly. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly until mixture boils and thickens.
- Remove from heat. Add 2 cups of the Cheddar cheese and the Gouda cheese; stir until melted. Stir in cooked macaroni and broccoli and crumbled bacon. Spoon mixture into baking dish. Sprinkle with crushed crackers and remaining 1 cup Cheddar cheese.
- Bake uncovered 15 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 650, Carbohydrate 61 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1470 mg
BROCCOLI CHEESE BITES
These cheesy, deep fried broccoli snacks are so tasty, and great for parties. Everyone loves them.
Provided by REBECCA B.
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 40m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Place broccoli in a medium saucepan with 1 cup boiling water. Return to a boil. Cook covered until firm but tender, about 5 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the Cheddar cheese. Mix in the broccoli. Allow the mixture to cool and thicken approximately 15 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, mix the bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Spread the mixture onto a large piece of wax paper.
- Form the broccoli cheese mixture into balls and roll in the bread crumb mixture until thoroughly coated.
- Deep fry the balls until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 47.5 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 568.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
CHEESY BROCCOLI-BACON MAC AND CHEESE BITES
Whip up a batch of Cheesy Broccoli-Bacon Mac and Cheese Bites for your next party! Convenient mac and cheese bites with broccoli and bacon are perfect for diners of all ages!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Appetizers & Snacks
Time 37m
Yield 36 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400ºF.
- Prepare Dinner in large saucepan as directed on package, adding broccoli to the Macaroni cooking water for the last 2 min. Meanwhile, cook bacon and yellow onions in large skillet on medium heat 8 to 10 min. or until bacon is crisp.
- Add bacon mixture to prepared Dinner along with the egg; mix well. Spoon into 36 mini muffin pan cups sprayed with cooking spray, adding about 2 Tbsp. to each. Top with fried onions and shredded cheese.
- Bake 10 to 12 min. until golden brown. Cool in pans 5 min. before transferring to plate to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 150 mg, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 2 g
BACON-BROCCOLI MAC & CHEESE BITES
Whip up some Bacon-Broccoli Mac & Cheese Bites to share as an appetizer at your next gathering. These miniature Bacon-Broccoli Mac & Cheese Bites are filled with the ooey gooey deliciousness of macaroni and cheese with crispy bacon and broccoli.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Dairy
Time 35m
Yield 15 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400ºF.
- Prepare Dinner as directed on package, adding broccoli to the boiling water for the last 2 min. Stir in bacon, onions and eggs.
- Spoon into 30 greased mini muffin pan cups; top with shredded cheese.
- Bake 8 to 10 min. or until golden brown. Cool slightly before removing from pans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 380 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.6797 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 7 g
MAC & CHEESE BACON BITES
Make and share this Mac & Cheese Bacon Bites recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Food.com
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook the pasta for 4 minutes less than the package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving 1⁄4 cup of the pasta cooking water.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and then add the flour. Whisk together, cooking until the flour resembles wet sand and begins to smell nutty and fragrant. Add the milk, whisking until there is no lumps. Bring to a boil and cook for one minute, stirring often.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cheese. Season generously with pepper and add salt to taste (this will depend on the saltiness of your cheese.) Add the pasta and fold together until the pasta is coated, add 1 tablespoon of the pasta cooking water, if necessary, to loosen.
- Lightly grease a muffin tin and line each cup with a piece of precooked bacon to come up sides of cup. Spoon mac and cheese into each of the cups and then top with some Italian panko breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, until golden brown. Remove and allow to cool 5-10 minutes to settle into cups before removing and serving.
Tips:
- To ensure the best result, always use high-quality ingredients.
- If you prefer a crispier texture, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- To make the bites even more flavorful, add a pinch of garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika to the breadcrumb mixture.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and add more vegetables, such as diced carrots or bell peppers.
- Serve the bites with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing, marinara sauce, or barbecue sauce.
Conclusion:
This recipe for Bacon Broccoli Mac and Cheese Bites is an easy-to-follow and delicious appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of bacon, broccoli, and macaroni and cheese is a classic flavor combination that is sure to please everyone. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create these tasty bites that are perfect for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give these Bacon Broccoli Mac and Cheese Bites a try!
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