Pimento Mac and Cheese is a deliciously creamy dish that incorporates the tangy flavor of pimentos and the savory taste of turkey bacon, making it the perfect comfort food.
Author:Souzan
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Contains Meat
Ingredients
Scale
8 ounces elbow macaroni
4 slices turkey bacon
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup pimento cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain.
In a pan, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, stir in flour, and cook for about 1 minute.
Slowly add milk, whisking until thickened.
Stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
Add pimento cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt; mix well.
Add macaroni and crumbled bacon to the cheese sauce; stir to combine.
Serve hot, optionally garnished with additional bacon or cheese.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add cooked chicken or more spices to your liking.
Make sure to stir continuously while adding milk to avoid lumps.