Doctored Macaroni and Cheese
Transform your weeknight dinner into a gourmet comfort food experience with this irresistibly creamy and indulgent Doctored Macaroni and Cheese recipe. Starting with a simple box of macaroni and cheese, this recipe gets an easy yet extraordinary upgrade with a luscious blend of melted cheddar, mozzarella, and cream cheese, creating the ultimate cheesy sauce. Smoky crumbled bacon, a medley of garlic and onion powders, and a hint of Italian seasoning elevate every bite with bold, savory flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy nights when you crave something quick, satisfying, and utterly delicious. Topped with fresh parsley for a burst of color, this enhanced macaroni and cheese will be a hit with the entire family!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box Boxed macaroni and cheese
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 tablespoons Cream cheese
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 4 slices Cooked bacon, crumbled
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Bring a medium-sized pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta from the boxed macaroni and cheese according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the cheese sauce. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the milk to the saucepan and stir in the cheese powder packet from the boxed macaroni and cheese.
Add the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese to the saucepan. Stir until all the cheeses are melted and combined into a smooth and creamy sauce.
Season the cheese sauce with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate the seasonings.
Return the cooked pasta to the pot and pour the cheese sauce over it. Mix well to coat all the pasta thoroughly.
Gently fold in the crumbled bacon for added flavor and texture.
Transfer the macaroni and cheese to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your upgraded 'Doctored Macaroni and Cheese'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2220 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.2 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.5 g | 388% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 421 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 4752 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.8 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.5 g | ||
| Protein | 101.9 g | 204% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 2421 mg | 186% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1311 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
