One-Pot Swiss Alpine Macaroni recipe (AELPLERMAGRONEN)

grated cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while still providing creaminess.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked turkey

Smoked turkey offers a similar flavor with less fat.

macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole grain pasta

💰Cheaper: elbow pasta

Whole grain pasta increases fiber content.

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente.

Peel and dice potatoes, then add to the boiling water for the last 10 minutes of cooking.

Drain the macaroni and potatoes, and set aside.

In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté chopped onions until translucent.

Add diced bacon to the skillet and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Combine macaroni and potatoes with the onion-bacon mixture in the skillet.

Add cream and grated cheese, stirring until cheese melts and everything is well coated.

Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg to taste.

Transfer to a baking dish and sprinkle additional cheese on top.

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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