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SPICY CHICKEN AND BACON MAC
I've been working to perfect a creamy, spicy mac and cheese for years. After adding smoky bacon, chicken, jalapenos and spicy cheese, this is the ultimate! I use rotisserie chicken and precooked bacon when I'm pressed for time. -Sarah Gilbert, Aloha, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain. Preheat broiler. , In a 10-inch cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until blended; cook and stir until lightly browned, 1-2 minutes (do not burn). Gradually whisk in cream, milk, Cajun seasoning, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; cook and stir until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted. Add pasta, chicken, bacon and jalapeno; cook and stir until heated through. Sprinkle chips over top., Broil 3-4 inches from heat until chips are browned, about 30 seconds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 673 calories, Fat 50g fat (28g saturated fat), Cholesterol 175mg cholesterol, Sodium 705mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein.
SPICY MACARONI AND CHEESE
Provided by Sunny Anderson
Categories side-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, toss together the pasta with the cheese cubes and pour into the baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, dry mustard, nutmeg. Add the sour cream, egg, heavy cream, half-and-half and onions. Pour over the pasta and cover with the shredded Cheddar. Bake uncovered until the top is just beginning to brown, about 35 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cut the bread into crouton-size squares. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter, add the bread cubes and toast until golden. Sprinkle the bread cubes on top of the macaroni and cheese and bake until golden brown, about 10 minutes more.
SHANNON'S SMOKY MACARONI AND CHEESE
This recipe is the best Mac & Cheese you'll ever have. It is literally one of 3 meals everyone in my family will eat. The smoked gouda gives this dish its smoky rich flavor. It's a gourmet grown-up version of the kiddie classic. Take any leftovers and cut into bite-sized squares, bread, and deep fry for a yummy snack.
Provided by S.Michael
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Fill a pot with lightly-salted water and bring to a boil. Stir the macaroni into the water and return to a boil. Cook and occasionally stir until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk continually for 1 to 2 minutes to make a roux. Whisk 2 cups of the milk into the roux until smooth and then add the remaining milk. Raise the heat to medium-high and continue cooking and stirring until thickened, but not boiling. Stir the Gouda, Cheddar, Swiss, and 1 cup Parmesan cheese into the mixture; once the cheeses have melted completely, fold the drained macaroni into the mixture to coat. Pour the macaroni mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Stir 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl; sprinkle over the macaroni. Drizzle the olive oil over the bread crumbs.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Allow to rest 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 651.3 calories, Carbohydrate 50.7 g, Cholesterol 106.5 mg, Fat 35.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 32.4 g, SaturatedFat 20.5 g, Sodium 712.1 mg, Sugar 8.9 g
SMOKY BACON MAC-N-CHEESE
I took my All-American Macaroni and Cheese recipe and turned the amplifier up to 11. Smoked mozzarella gives this dish just the right amount of smoky flavor and luscious, gooey-stretchy cheese texture. The addition of smoky, crumbled bacon is a bonus as well as a hint of sweetness from caramelizing the onions. My family thoroughly enjoyed this version of mac-n-cheese. It is definitely a fantastic once-in-a-while treat well worth every cheesy calorie.
Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe
Categories Macaroni And Cheese
Time 55m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- While making cheese mixture, cook macaroni per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Bring a skillet to medium heat. Add bacon and fry both sides until crisp. Drain on a paper towel and crumble. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Cook onion and garlic in butter until lightly caramelized (light brown but not crisp). Add flour to saucepan and stir to combine, leaving no dry flour bits. Add milk all at once to saucepan along with black pepper. Stir constantly until mixture begins to thicken. Stir in cheddar cheese first (one cup at a time) until melted. Then stir in mozzarella until mixture is smooth.
- Place cooked macaroni in a 2-quart casserole dish. Stir in cheese mixture and half of the bacon until evenly distributed. Then sprinkle the top with the remaining bacon.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until top is lightly browned.
- Cool, serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 348, Fat 20.2, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 58.8, Sodium 363.1, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.4, Protein 16.2
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the macaroni and cheese will be. Use a good quality cheese, such as cheddar, Gruyère, or Parmesan, and use fresh vegetables and herbs.
- Cook the macaroni al dente: Macaroni that is cooked too long will be mushy. Cook it until it is just al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Make a roux: A roux is a mixture of butter and flour that is used to thicken the cheese sauce. This will help to prevent the sauce from becoming too thin or runny.
- Use a variety of cheeses: Using a variety of cheeses will give the macaroni and cheese a more complex flavor. Try using a combination of cheddar, Gruyère, Parmesan, and smoked Gouda.
- Add some spice: If you like spicy food, you can add some cayenne pepper or chili powder to the cheese sauce. This will give the macaroni and cheese a nice kick.
- Top it off with something crunchy: A crunchy topping, such as bread crumbs, crushed tortilla chips, or crumbled bacon, will add a nice textural contrast to the macaroni and cheese.
Conclusion:
Spicy smoky macaroni and cheese with turkey bacon is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy or mild, with or without bacon, this macaroni and cheese is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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