{"id":273,"date":"2023-10-19T13:21:09","date_gmt":"2023-10-19T13:21:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hungrybuddha.be\/?p=273"},"modified":"2023-10-19T21:50:22","modified_gmt":"2023-10-19T21:50:22","slug":"keto-friendly-mac-cheese-with-shirataki-noodles-ham-smoked-bacon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hungrybuddha.be\/index.php\/2023\/10\/19\/keto-friendly-mac-cheese-with-shirataki-noodles-ham-smoked-bacon\/","title":{"rendered":"Keto-Friendly Mac &#038; Cheese with Shirataki Noodles, Ham &#038; Smoked Bacon"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Ingredients<\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 packs (about 400g) of shirataki noodles (macaroni style if available)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>240 ml heavy cream<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>170g shredded cheddar cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>115g shredded mozzarella cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>60g grated Parmesan cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>30g unsalted butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp turmeric<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt and pepper, to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/4 tsp smoked paprika powder (for garnish)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish, optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>150g diced ham chunks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp Dijon mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>100g smoked bacon, diced<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Instructions<\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prep the Shirataki Noodles<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rinse the shirataki noodles under cold running water for a few minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Boil them for 2-3 minutes to remove the earthy taste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drain and set aside.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare the Ham &amp; Smoked Bacon<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a pan over medium heat, lightly saut\u00e9 the ham chunks and smoked bacon until they&#8217;re browned and the bacon is slightly crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Make the Cheese Sauce<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the same pan, melt the butter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add minced garlic and saut\u00e9 until fragrant, around 1-2 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stir in the Dijon mustard until well combined.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a light simmer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduce the heat to low and gradually add in the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, stirring continuously until all the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add the turmeric and season with salt and pepper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Combine Shirataki Noodles, Ham, Smoked Bacon, and Cheese Sauce<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add the prepared shirataki noodles, saut\u00e9ed ham chunks, and smoked bacon into the cheese sauce, gently stirring until everything is well-coated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Serve<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Transfer the keto mac &amp; cheese with ham and smoked bacon into serving dishes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Garnish with a sprinkle of smoked paprika powder and chopped fresh parsley.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve hot and indulge in the smoky, low-carb goodness!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Note<\/em>: If you like a crispy top, you can bake this dish. Transfer the mixture into a baking dish, sprinkle with some extra cheese, and bake in a preheated oven at 190\u00b0C until the top turns golden and bubbly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ingredients: Instructions: Note: If you like a crispy top, you can bake this dish. 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