Description
Mac and Cheese with Brussels Sprouts & Bacon Breadcrumbs is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy, cheesy pasta with the nutty flavor of Brussels sprouts and the irresistible crunch of crispy bacon. This dish not only warms your soul but also delights your taste buds with its rich textures and flavors, making it perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
- 4 strips thick-cut bacon
- 2 cups shredded aged cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté halved Brussels sprouts in a skillet with butter until tender and caramelized. Set aside.
- Cook bacon in another skillet until crispy, crumble, and reserve drippings.
- In the same skillet as bacon, melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually add milk, stirring until thickened. Incorporate garlic powder and cheese until melted.
- Combine macaroni, Brussels sprouts, and cheese sauce in a large bowl; mix well.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with panko mixed with reserved bacon pieces, and bake at 350°F for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg