Mac and Cheese Quesadillas: Indulgent Twist with Turkey Bacon
Mac and Cheese Quesadillas are a creative twist on the classic comfort food, featuring creamy mac and cheese wrapped in crispy tortillas with the delicious addition of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Standard
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked macaroni
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, cheddar cheese, turkey bacon, milk, garlic powder, and paprika until well mixed.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet and spoon a portion of the mac and cheese mixture onto the center.
- Fold the tortilla over and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
- Cut into wedges and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute the turkey bacon for regular bacon if desired.
- Add your favorite spices or vegetables to the mac and cheese mix for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Mac and Cheese Quesadillas, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food