Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Steak Bites Loaded Mac & Cheese, a delightful dish that combines tender beef bites and a creamy three-cheese sauce, topped with crispy turkey turkey bacon and fresh vegetables. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that balances rich flavors and textures. With quick prep time and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll have a hearty meal ready to impress in no time. Customize it with your favorite toppings for an extra burst of flavor, making it ideal for both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 4 cups whole milk (warm)
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 6 slices thick-cut turkey turkey bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- Fresh vegetables (green onions, jalapeños)
Instructions
- Cook macaroni until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook turkey turkey bacon until crispy; crumble and set aside.
- Sear seasoned steak cubes in the same skillet until browned but medium rare; set aside.
- In a large pot, melt butter and whisk in flour; gradually add warm milk to make a smooth cheese sauce. Stir in cheeses until melted.
- Combine pasta with cheese sauce and gently fold in seared steak bites. Top with turkey turkey bacon and vegetables before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg