BACON MAC 'N CHEESE CORNBREAD SKILLET

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My cast-iron skillet is a workhorse in my kitchen. I just love it for cooking and baking. And this cast-iron mac and cheese recipe can be served as a main dish or as a smaller-portion side. -Lisa Keys, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-3/4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
8 bacon strips, chopped
1 cup shredded smoked Gouda or cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
6 large eggs, divided use
3 cups 2% milk, divided
4 green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Additional green onions

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoons in pan. , Drain macaroni; add macaroni to drippings. Stir in shredded cheeses and cream cheese; cook and stir over medium heat until cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes. Whisk 2 eggs, 1 cup milk, green onions, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; pour into skillet. Cook and stir until slightly thickened, 3-4 minutes. Remove from the heat., Reserve 1/4 cup bacon for topping; sprinkle remaining bacon over macaroni. Place cornbread mix, paprika, remaining 4 eggs, 2 cups milk, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Pour over bacon., Bake until puffed and golden brown, 30-35 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with reserved 1/4 cup bacon and additional green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 calories, Fat 27g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 203mg cholesterol, Sodium 978mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

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