Travel Friendly Mac and Cheese Bars
- Total Time: 1 hour
Description
These mac and cheese bars are perfect for travel, offering a convenient way to enjoy a comforting dish without the mess. Packed with whole wheat macaroni, turkey bacon, and a blend of spices, they’re a savory delight.
Ingredients
1 cup dry whole wheat macaroni
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp smoked paprika
4 oz turkey bacon, chopped
1 cup grated carrot
? cup flour
5 eggs, beaten
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: Cook pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
Step 3: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, smoked paprika, and cook for 2-3 minutes. Stir in turkey bacon and cook until crispy, about 3 more minutes. Mix in grated carrot and cook for 2 more minutes.
Step 4: In a large bowl, whisk eggs, Parmesan, flour, salt, and pepper. Add in cooked pasta and sautéed mixture, stirring until well combined.
Step 5: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and firm. For extra stability, let cool completely before slicing.
Step 6: Store in an airtight container or wrap individually in parchment paper.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Appetizer, Lunch, Dinner, Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 227.75kcal
- Sugar: 1.62g
- Sodium: 684.89mg
- Fat: 11.26g
- Saturated Fat: 3.79g
- Carbohydrates: 18.28g
- Fiber: 1.23g
- Protein: 13.0g
- Cholesterol: 124.35mg
