Skillet Bacon and Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Skillet Bacon and Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

  • 2 (6 ounce) boxes Horizon® ClassicMac™ Macaroni & Mild Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Horizon® Organic Milk
  • 4 tablespoons Horizon® Organic Butter
  • 1/2 pound bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 shallot, diced
  • 12 ounces broccoli florets, cooked to crisp-tender
  • Topping:
  • 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Prepare macaroni and cheese according to package instructions.
  3. Brown bacon pieces in a large, oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Remove with a slotted spoon. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of bacon grease.
  4. Saute shallots in skillet over medium heat until translucent. Return cooked bacon to skillet; stir in broccoli. Add the prepared macaroni and cheese and stir to combine.
  5. Combine topping ingredients in a small bowl and sprinkle over the top of the macaroni and cheese.
  6. Bake until topping is lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve immediately.