Description
A smoky, cheesy fusion dish with BBQ turkey bacon, creamy cheese sauce, and tangy tomato seasoning, baked to golden perfection. Combines bold flavors and textures for a family-friendly comfort meal.
Ingredients
12 oz macaroni pasta
4 oz BBQ turkey bacon, crumbled
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup provolone cheese, shredded
1/2 cup onion rings, smoky BBQ style
1 tbsp garlic, crispy shards
1/2 cup rye breadcrumbs, toasted
1 cup milk
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 cup tomato-based BBQ sauce
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Cook macaroni according to package instructions, drain
Sauté onion rings in olive oil until golden, set aside
In a bowl, combine cooked macaroni, milk, cheddar cheese, cumin, and smoked paprika until sauce forms
Mix in mozzarella, provolone, and crumbled turkey bacon
Transfer to a greased casserole dish
Top with fried onion rings, crispy garlic, and toasted breadcrumbs
Drizzle BBQ sauce over the surface
Bake for 25 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Notes
Toast breadcrumbs in a dry skillet for extra crunch
Use smoked mozzarella for deeper flavor
Leftovers store well in the fridge for 3 days
- Prep Time: 45
- Cook Time: 55
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg