Bacon Mac N’ Cheese

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Is there anything better than homemade mac and cheese? We don’t think so — unless, of course, you add smoky strips of Kountry Boys Original Bacon. This recipe takes the comfort food classic and makes it Texas-sized with hearty bacon flavor, plenty of cheddar and a creamy texture that makes every bite irresistible. It’s the kind of dish that disappears fast at family dinners, cookouts or holiday tables.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Cheesy and creamy – A perfect blend of cheddar, sour cream and milk keeps every bite rich and gooey.
• Family-friendly – Simple ingredients and familiar flavors mean kids and adults both go back for seconds.
• Smoky bacon flavor – Kountry Boys Bacon adds that salty, smoky punch that balances the creamy cheese.
• Easy to make – Just a few steps, one casserole dish and a hot oven.
• Crowd-pleasing – Works as a weeknight dinner, side dish or potluck favorite.

What Makes This Dish Texas-Style?

Bold Bacon Flavor

Mac and cheese might be comfort food everywhere, but bacon is practically its own food group in Texas. Adding thick-cut, smoky Kountry Boys Bacon turns this classic into something bigger, bolder and worthy of a spot on any Southern table.

Why Kountry Boys Bacon Stands Out

Not all bacon cooks up the same. Kountry Boys Original Bacon is thick-cut, hickory-smoked and hearty enough to keep its flavor through baking. Instead of fading into the background, it infuses every bite of this mac n’ cheese with smoky depth.

How to Serve Bacon Mac N’ Cheese

This dish is as versatile as it is delicious:

• Weeknight Dinner – Serve hot out of the oven with a green salad or roasted veggies.
• Cookout Side Dish – Perfect alongside burgers, barbecue or fried chicken.
• Holiday Favorite – A must-have on Thanksgiving or Christmas tables.
• Potluck Hit – Easy to make in advance, simple to transport and guaranteed to disappear.

Flavor Variations

Extra Cheesy

Mix in mozzarella, Monterey Jack or Gouda for added richness.

Spicy Twist

Add diced jalapeños, a dash of cayenne or pepper jack cheese for heat.

Tex-Mex Style

Stir in roasted corn, black beans or green chiles, then top with cilantro and salsa.

Kid-Friendly Classic

Skip the spice and serve with extra crispy bacon crumbles on top.

Tips for the Best Results

• Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest melt.
• Don’t skip the sour cream — it adds tang and creaminess.
• Beat eggs well before mixing to avoid curdling during baking.
• Cook pasta just to al dente so it doesn’t turn mushy in the oven.
• Let the casserole rest a few minutes before serving so it sets.

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe blends everything people crave in comfort food: creamy pasta, gooey cheese and smoky bacon. The sour cream and eggs give structure to the casserole so it’s sliceable, while the milk keeps it moist and rich. Kountry Boys Bacon adds the flavor punch that takes it from a simple side to a star dish. It’s a recipe built for family tables, neighborhood potlucks and big Texas appetites.

Bringing Texas Flavor to Your Table

At Kountry Boys, we know that bacon makes everything better — especially mac n’ cheese. This recipe combines creamy, cheesy pasta with smoky, hickory-flavored bacon for a dish that’s both nostalgic and bold.

Whether it’s on the holiday table, at a cookout or in the middle of a busy weeknight, Bacon Mac N’ Cheese is the kind of recipe that brings families together around the table.

Try more comforting recipes like our Kowboy Stew and our Jambalaya.