Mac & Cheese with Bacon Recipe
This is a simple Mac & Cheese recipe that's kicked up with crisp bacon, sweet caramelized onions, and crunchy peas. The recipe comes together quickly and is an easy weeknight meal.
Servings 8 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken stock or broth
- 2 cups milk
- 1 lb shaped pasta such as elbows
- 6 tbsp water
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ medium yellow onion sliced
- ¼ lb Canadian bacon chopped
- 1 cup peas fresh or frozen
- 1 cup mozzarella grated
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese grated
- black pepper to taste
- kosher salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, add the chicken broth and milk and bring just to a boil. Add the pasta to the milk mixture and cook according to directions, until al dente.
- Coat a small frying pan cooking spray and heat to medium-high, add the onions and cook until they begin to caramelize, about 7-9 minutes. Add the Canadian bacon and continue to cook for 3-4 more minutes. Add the peas and turn off the heat.
- In a small bowl, add the water and cornstarch and mix to combine. Add to the cooked pasta & milk mixture and stir will to incorporate. Add the caramelized onions, bacon and both cheeses and stir until the cheese melts. If the mixture is too dry add a touch more milk. Add fresh ground pepper and salt, to taste and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 408kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 462mg | Potassium: 463mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 407IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 219mg | Iron: 1mg
