Spicy Bacon Broccoli Mac & Cheese
809 kcal per person
40g Protein
87g Carbs
34g Fat
14g Fiber
Ingredients
- 3 ounces macaroni, whole wheat (84 g)
- 8 ounces broccoli florets (frozen) (224 g)
- 3 slices bacon
- 3 fluid ounces milk, 2% reduced fat (90 ml)
- 2 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded (56 g)
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard (7 g)
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce (5 ml)
Preparing this recipe
- Cook the macaroni according to the package directions. During the last 4–5 minutes, add the broccoli florets and cook them with the macaroni. Drain and set aside.
- Chop the bacon into small pieces and cook in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk until just simmering. Reduce the heat, add the cheese, and stir until melted and smooth. Stir in the mustard and Sriracha, then season with salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of water.
- Add the macaroni and broccoli to the cheese sauce and stir to coat. Fold in the crispy bacon and serve right away.
Tip van FitChef
1. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for extra freshness.
2. For more heat, top with a few jalapeño slices.
