Maccheroni al Forno: The Easy Indulgence with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors in Maccheroni al Forno, where rich turkey bacon meets savory chicken ham for an easy and indulgent dish.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
- 8 ounces macaroni
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 4 ounces chicken ham
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually add milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
- Add salt, pepper, turkey bacon, and chicken ham to the sauce.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the sauce and half of the cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add your favorite herbs to the sauce.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and baked when ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Maccheroni al Forno, turkey bacon, chicken ham, pasta bake