Macaroni and Cheese Carbonara

Health score
10%
Macaroni and Cheese Carbonara
45 min.
10
403kcal

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This Macaroni and Cheese Carbonara is a delicious and hearty dish that combines the best of both worlds. It's the perfect comfort food for any occasion, whether you're looking for a cozy weeknight meal or a show-stopping dish for your next dinner party. With a creamy cheese sauce, crispy bacon, and a golden breadcrumb topping, this recipe is sure to satisfy all your cravings.

What sets this dish apart is the unique twist it adds to the classic macaroni and cheese. Inspired by the flavors of Carbonara, this recipe includes savory bacon, fragrant garlic, and a hint of parsley, giving it an irresistible Italian flair. The combination of cheeses, including Fontina and Parmesan, creates a rich and indulgent sauce that perfectly coats the macaroni.

Not only is this recipe packed with flavor, but it's also a breeze to prepare. With a simple list of ingredients and straightforward instructions, you'll be able to whip up this dish in no time. Plus, it's versatile enough to accommodate any dietary preferences or restrictions. Simply adjust the ingredients to suit your taste, and you've got a dish that everyone can enjoy.

Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this Macaroni and Cheese Carbonara is sure to impress. So, why wait? Gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to indulge in a true comfort food masterpiece!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons flour 
  • 12 slices bacon 
  • ounces bread fresh french
  • large egg yolk 
  • 11 ounces elbow macaroni 
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.8 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5 cup parsley fresh italian chopped
  • 1.3 cups peas frozen
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 
  • cups milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • pot
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F Butter 13x9x2-inch baking dish. Cook macaroni in heavy large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite.
  2. Drain. Rinse and drain again.
  3. Cook bacon in heavy large pot over medium heat until crisp, about 10 minutes.
  4. Transfer bacon and 1/4 cup pan drippings to large bowl.
  5. Add breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup parsley to bacon; toss to coat.
  6. Add minced garlic to remaining pan drippings in pot and sauté over medium heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  7. Add flour and whisk 3 minutes. Gradually whisk in whole milk, then egg yolks, salt and pepper. Cook until mixture thickens, whisking constantly, about 12 minutes.
  8. Add 2 cups Fontina cheese and remaining 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese; whisk until cheeses melt.
  9. Remove from heat.
  10. Mix in peas, macaroni and remaining 1/4 cup parsley. Stir in remaining 1 1/2 cups Fontina.
  11. Transfer macaroni mixture to prepared dish. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover macaroni and breadcrumb mixtures separately and refrigerate. Before continuing, bake refrigerated macaroni mixture, covered, at 350°F until just heated through, about 30 minutes.)
  12. Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture over macaroni mixture.
  13. Bake just until topping is golden, about 15 minutes.
  14. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories403kcal
Protein16.37%
Fat42.65%
Carbs40.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31
Glycemic Load
7.54
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
18.336956521739%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
6.46mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.45mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:402.76kcal
20.14%
Fat:18.98g
29.19%
Saturated Fat:7.4g
46.22%
Carbohydrates:41.02g
13.67%
Net Carbohydrates:38.33g
13.94%
Sugar:9.65g
10.72%
Cholesterol:145.15mg
48.38%
Sodium:642.39mg
27.93%
Protein:16.39g
32.79%
Selenium:37.96µg
54.23%
Vitamin K:55.05µg
52.43%
Phosphorus:324.13mg
32.41%
Manganese:0.56mg
28%
Calcium:226.25mg
22.62%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.38%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.15%
Vitamin B12:1.12µg
18.69%
Vitamin A:786.5IU
15.73%
Vitamin D:2.27µg
15.11%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.71%
Vitamin B3:2.94mg
14.69%
Vitamin C:11.45mg
13.88%
Zinc:1.99mg
13.24%
Vitamin B5:1.27mg
12.71%
Magnesium:50.81mg
12.7%
Folate:50.65µg
12.66%
Potassium:436.24mg
12.46%
Fiber:2.69g
10.78%
Iron:1.78mg
9.92%
Copper:0.17mg
8.55%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.7%
Source:Epicurious