Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • for garnish fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and let drain on paper towels, then set aside.
  2. In a pot of boiling salted water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until golden. Gradually stir in the milk, continuing to whisk until the mixture thickens. Add in the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  4. Add the cooked macaroni and crispy bacon to the cheese sauce, mixing well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. In a separate skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat, seasoning with salt and pepper until fully cooked (approximately 5-7 minutes).
  6. Lay out a tortilla and place a generous amount of the macaroni and cheese mixture in the center, followed by a portion of the cooked ground beef.
  7. Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up tight from the bottom to the top to enclose the filling. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  8. For added texture, place the wrap seam-side down in a pan over medium heat and sear until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  9. Cut the wraps in half, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

💡 Chef's Notes

For added texture, sear the wraps in a pan before serving.

Recipe by Eleanor Whitford - Culinary Writer