Bacon Swiss Mac And Cheese Recipe

Name: Bacon Swiss Mac And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb whole wheat penne; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk; 1/4 cup chicken broth, low sodium; 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour; 1 1/2 cups low-fat swiss cheese; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 2 slices turkey bacon, chopped

Servings: persons

1 lb whole wheat penne
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk
1/4 cup chicken broth, low sodium
2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
1 1/2 cups low-fat swiss cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
2 slices turkey bacon, chopped

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1. In a large pot boil salted water and cook pasta for 8 minutes then drain and set aside.
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2. In a bowl mix the milk, broth and flour and whisk until flour is dissolved. Then pour the milk mixture, garlic powder, basil, thyme, and a pinch of salt and pepper into a sauce pan sprayed with cooking spray and cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes or until milk begins to thicken. Then add the swiss cheese, and parmesan cheese and continue to stir until cheese is melted (around 3 minutes).
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3. In a small pan sprayed with cooking spray cook the bacon pieces over medium heat for 3-4 minutes or until crispy. Then set bacon aside on a plate lined with a paper towel.
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4. Combine the pasta and cheese sauce and toss well. Then top with bacon pieces and serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb whole wheat penne, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk, 1/4 cup chicken broth, low sodium, and more.

Yes, Bacon Swiss Mac And Cheese falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bacon Swiss Mac And Cheese

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