Best 3 Horseradish Mac N Cheddar With Bacon Recipes

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**Horseradish Mac and Cheddar with Bacon: A Flavorful Twist on a Classic**

Searching for a dish that combines comfort, flavor, and a touch of sophistication? Look no further than our Horseradish Mac and Cheddar with Bacon. This elevated take on the classic mac and cheese features a creamy and tangy cheese sauce infused with the bold flavors of horseradish and sharp cheddar, creating a perfect balance between richness and spice. Crispy bacon adds a smoky and savory element, taking this dish to the next level. Our recipe provides step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process, ensuring a perfect result every time. Whether you're hosting a special occasion or simply craving a comforting meal, our Horseradish Mac and Cheddar with Bacon is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will redefine your perception of mac and cheese.

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BACON HORSERADISH CHEESE BALLS (+ 3 OPTIONAL HOLIDAY DESIGNS!)



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Celebrate your holidays with cheese balls made with bacon and horseradish. Designed as a pine-cone, a wreath or a snow man. Yes you can just shape into a ball. The holidays can be stressful and hard to handle this Holiday Party Appetizers can be made 2 days before being served giving you time to take care of other things. This is easy and no cook if you use the jarred bacon bits. You can make all three with this one recipe or make all balls for gift giving with fabulous crackers.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     High In...

Time 30m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons sour cream
1/3 cup red onion, minced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons horseradish
1 teaspoon garlic, finely minced
1 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
10 -15 drops hot pepper sauce
2 -8 ounces cream cheese, softened
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 slices bacon, cooked till crisp and crumbled (2 strips Veggie Bacon Strips, cooked till crisp and crumbled ) or 2 tablespoons bacon bits (1 ounce 1/3 cup cooked)
1 -2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
almonds, slices
rosemary
bay leaf
dried parsley
red bell pepper, cut into little pieces for berries
fresh parsley
dill sprigs, for arms
carrot, cut for nose
capers, buttons and eyes
whipped cream cheese, softened

Steps:

  • Mix the first 7 ingredients.
  • Combine with cream cheese and fold in cheddar cheese and bacon forming into balls. Roll in nuts. Refrigerate a couple hours or over night.
  • Serve with crackers or vegetables.
  • Optional Decorations:.
  • Pine-cone - Shape into a pine cone and layer almonds slices up.
  • Wreath - Mound into a circle forming a wreath, by placing a drinking glass in center of serving platter. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of cheese mixture around glass, just touching outer edge of glass, to form ring; smooth with spatula. Remove glass. Garnish with additional parsley by pressing dried parsley into the cheese. Arrange pieces of red bell peppers in sets of three for the berries and add fresh parsley for the bow.
  • Snowman - Make 2 balls one slightly smaller then the other. Wrap in plastic and chill till firm. Spread with softened whipped cream cheese using your hand to smooth out and fluff like snow. Decorate as you would a snow man. Dill or rosemary for arms, capers for button and eyes, carrot cut to make a nose and red pepper cut for mouth, scallions for the scarf or use your imagination. Most of all HAVE FUN! And enjoy your guests responses.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 16.2, Sodium 108, Carbohydrate 2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.8, Protein 4.2

BACON AND CHEDDAR TOASTS



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An easy recipe from Gourmet magazine that is one of Ruth Reichl's favorites.

Provided by Paul Grimes

Categories     Onion     Bake     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     Horseradish     Cheddar     Bacon     Gourmet     New Jersey     Hors D'Oeuvre     Appetizer     New Year's Eve

Yield Makes 56 hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 lb extra-sharp white Cheddar, coarsely grated (2 cups)
1/2 lb cold sliced lean bacon, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/3 cup)
1 1/2 tablespoons drained bottled horseradish
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
14 very thin slices firm white sandwich bread

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Stir together cheese, bacon, onion, horseradish, salt, and pepper in a bowl with a rubber spatula until blended well.
  • Spread about 1 1/2 tablespoons mixture evenly to edges of each slice of bread with a small offset spatula or butter knife. Arrange slices in 1 layer on a large baking sheet and freeze, covered with wax paper, until firm, about 15 minutes.
  • Trim crusts off bread and reserve for another use (see cooks' note, below), then cut each slice into 4 squares. Bake toasts on baking sheet until beginning to brown on edges, about 20 minutes.

BACON HORSERADISH SPREAD



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This spread is a great choice for any occasion because it's loaded with flavor and comes together in a snap. Start with one or two teaspoons of horseradish and add more to suit your taste. -Terri Peterson, Spring Valley, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
8 bacon strips, cooked and finely crumbled
1 cup (4 ounces) finely shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1 green onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Assorted crackers, potato chips and baby carrots

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and cream until smooth. Beat in bacon, cheddar cheese, horseradish, green onion, lemon juice Worcestershire sauce and pepper. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours. Serve with dippers.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-shredded cheddar cheese and pre-cooked bacon.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute milk or half-and-half.
  • For a spicier mac and cheese, add more horseradish or cayenne pepper.
  • To make the dish vegetarian, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta.

Conclusion:

Horseradish mac and cheese with bacon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a creamy and cheesy pasta dish with a slight kick from the horseradish. The bacon adds a smoky and savory flavor to the dish. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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