Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this decadent Creamy Buffalo Bacon Mac and Cheese! This recipe takes classic mac and cheese to new heights by infusing it with the bold flavors of buffalo sauce and crispy bacon.
Ingredients
- Elbow macaroni
- Butter
- Flour
- Milk
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Buffalo sauce
- Cooked bacon
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
1. Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the cheddar, mozzarella, buffalo sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
3. Add the cooked macaroni to the buffalo cheese sauce and gently fold in the chopped bacon. Stir everything together until the pasta is evenly coated in the delicious, spicy-creamy sauce.
4. Serve the Creamy Buffalo Bacon Mac and Cheese hot, garnished with a sprinkle of chopped green onions. For extra indulgence, you can also top it with additional shredded cheese or a drizzle of buffalo sauce. Pair it with a fresh salad or some crusty garlic bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
To make the Creamy Buffalo Bacon Mac and Cheese spicier, simply increase the amount of buffalo sauce you add to the cheese sauce. For a milder version, start with a smaller amount of buffalo sauce and gradually increase it to your desired level of heat.
Any leftover Creamy Buffalo Bacon Mac and Cheese can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. When ready to reheat, you can either warm it up in the microwave or transfer it to a baking dish and bake it in the oven at 350°F until heated through.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 550
- Calories: 2
- Sugar: 800
- Sodium: 27
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 80
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 25
- Protein: undefined
- Cholesterol: 32