Bourbon and Bacon Mac and Cheese
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Bourbon and bacon elevate classic mac and cheese into an adult comfort dish. The salty, smoky bacon and rich bourbon create a deeply savory sauce with creamy cheddar. Serve for casual weeknight dinners or comfort food gatherings.
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Nutrition & ingredients
Ingredients
serves 8- 10 slices bacon, chopped
- 1/2 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/3 cup bourbon
- 2 cups shredded gouda cheese
- 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 ounces dry macaroni (cooked according to package directions)
At a glance
PER SERVING · TIME 35M
BARS = SHARE OF RECIPE CALORIES · RINGS = FDA DV
Complete estimate · 100% of estimated mass resolved
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- Prep
- 20m
- Cook
- 15m
- Sodium
- 1044mg
- Total sugar
- 7g
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Nutrition estimated from ingredients, per serving.
Vitamins & minerals
- Potassium
- 251mg
- Calcium
- 557mg
- Iron
- 2mg
Estimated from ingredients; USDA coverage varies by food.
- PREP
- 20M
- SODIUM
- 1044MG
- ESTIMATE
- COMPLETE
Nutrition estimated from ingredients, per serving. 100% of estimated mass resolved.