Best 4 Bacon Mac N Cheese Cornbread Skillet Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary symphony with our tantalizing Bacon Mac N' Cheese Cornbread Skillet, a harmonious blend of classic comfort food flavors. This delectable dish features a crispy cornbread crust enveloping a creamy macaroni and cheese filling, generously topped with crispy bacon bits. It's a delightful union of textures and tastes that will leave you craving more.

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So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling utterly satisfied.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BACON MAC 'N CHEESE CORNBREAD SKILLET



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My cast-iron skillet is a workhorse in my kitchen. I just love it for cooking and baking. And this cast-iron mac and cheese recipe can be served as a main dish or as a smaller-portion side. -Lisa Keys, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-3/4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
8 bacon strips, chopped
1 cup shredded smoked Gouda or cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
6 large eggs, divided use
3 cups 2% milk, divided
4 green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Additional green onions

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoons in pan. , Drain macaroni; add macaroni to drippings. Stir in shredded cheeses and cream cheese; cook and stir over medium heat until cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes. Whisk 2 eggs, 1 cup milk, green onions, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; pour into skillet. Cook and stir until slightly thickened, 3-4 minutes. Remove from the heat., Reserve 1/4 cup bacon for topping; sprinkle remaining bacon over macaroni. Place cornbread mix, paprika, remaining 4 eggs, 2 cups milk, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Pour over bacon., Bake until puffed and golden brown, 30-35 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with reserved 1/4 cup bacon and additional green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 calories, Fat 27g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 203mg cholesterol, Sodium 978mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

JALAPENO BACON CHEESEBURGER MAC



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 slices bacon, chopped
1 red onion, diced
2 to 3 jalapenos, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground chuck
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste
12 ounces elbow macaroni
3 1/2 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons grainy mustard
A few dashes Worcestershire sauce
2 cups grated Cheddar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, optional

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over a medium heat. When the skillet is hot, add the bacon and cook until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease from the skillet and place back on the heat.
  • Add the onion, jalapenos and garlic to the skillet and stir. Add the ground chuck and season with salt and pepper. Cook the meat, crumbling as you go, until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for about 30 seconds.
  • Add the macaroni, broth, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Give it a big stir and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook, stirring often, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir in the Cheddar. Sprinkle over the cooked bacon, parsley and pickled jalapenos, if using. Remove from the heat and serve.

JALAPENO-BACON SKILLET CORNBREAD



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Doug Melkovitz thought he might be sitting on an award-winning recipe: His mother's cornbread was always a hit with friends, and he had improved on it with bacon and jalapenos. But entering a competition - and cooking for thousands - freaked him out and kept him from entering year after year. "What finally made me do it was coming up with a team," Doug says. He and friends Patrick Cowan and Cassie Toro formed a crew, Men Do It Batter With a Girl, and the trio took top honors.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cake flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
6 slices bacon, finely chopped
1/2 sweet onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly, plus more for the skillet if needed
1/4 cup honey
2 to 3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Whisk the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, cake flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl; set aside.
  • Put the bacon in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet; set over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is browned and crisp, 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the fat in the skillet.
  • Add the diced onion to the hot skillet and cook, stirring, until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 more minute. Transfer the onion and garlic to a separate plate and set aside. Keep the skillet over low heat.
  • Whisk the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, honey and jalapenos in another large bowl; add the onion and garlic and whisk to combine. Add the wet ingredients to the flour mixture and mix with a wooden spoon until combined (do not overmix).
  • Brush the bottom and side of the skillet with the fat left in it (add a pat or two of butter if there's not enough). Carefully add the batter (it should sizzle) and sprinkle the bacon evenly on top. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until the top is deep golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool 15 minutes before serving.

BACON CHEDDAR JALAPENO CORNBREAD



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This is the result of combining a number of my favorite cornbread recipes. The first time I made it, I had people begging for the recipe. The problem was that it didn't exist, as I had just improvised it as I went along. Here's my attempt to put it down in words.

Provided by Steve de Eyre

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Cornbread Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 slices bacon
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
¼ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup milk
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
3 extra large eggs, lightly beaten
1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
3 jalapeno peppers, diced

Steps:

  • Fry bacon in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate; reserve remaining bacon grease in skillet. Crumble bacon.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place skillet with bacon grease in oven.
  • Combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk milk, buttermilk, butter, and eggs in another bowl; stir milk mixture into flour mixture until just combined. Batter will be slightly lumpy. Fold in Cheddar cheese and jalapeno peppers. Allow batter to rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  • Pour batter into hot skillet and sprinkle with crumbled bacon, gently pressing bacon into batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.2 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 120.9 mg, Fat 25.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 15.1 g, Sodium 928.8 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for sharp cheddar cheese, smoky bacon, and creamy butter.
  • Cook the bacon until it is crispy, but not overcooked. This will give the mac and cheese a smoky, savory flavor.
  • Use a heavy skillet to cook the mac and cheese. This will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the mac and cheese from burning.
  • Stir the mac and cheese frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the skillet.
  • Add the cornbread crumbs to the top of the mac and cheese before baking. This will give the mac and cheese a crispy, golden-brown crust.
  • Bake the mac and cheese until it is bubbly and golden brown. This will take about 30 minutes.
  • Let the mac and cheese cool for a few minutes before serving. This will help to prevent the mac and cheese from falling apart.

Conclusion:

This bacon mac n cheese cornbread skillet is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The combination of smoky bacon, creamy cheese, and crispy cornbread crumbs is irresistible. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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