Halal Bacon Baked Mac & Cheese – SAVORY & CRISPY
A comforting baked mac and cheese with crispy plant-based bacon, golden breadcrumbs, and melted cheddar. Perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, offering a savory, cheesy, and crispy texture in every bite.
Ingredients
- 8 oz macaroni pasta
- 2 cups cheese sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices plant-based bacon, chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
- Boil water, add salt, and cook macaroni until al dente. Drain
- Combine cooked pasta with cheese sauce in a bowl
- Stir in cooked plant-based bacon until evenly distributed
- Transfer to a greased baking dish; top with cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs
- Drizzle melted butter over breadcrumbs
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden and crispy
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Use thick-cut plant-based bacon for extra crunch
Mix breadcrumbs with nutritional yeast for savory flavor
Ensure pasta stays al dente to avoid sogginess
Top with roasted garlic for depth
Mix breadcrumbs with nutritional yeast for savory flavor
Ensure pasta stays al dente to avoid sogginess
Top with roasted garlic for depth