Ingredients for Jalapeno Pepper Mac N Cheese
- Salt And Pepper
- Cavatappi Pasta
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 jalapenos, seeded and minced
- Serrano Chilies
- Garlic Cloves
- Whole Milk
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- Dried Onion Flakes
- Monterey Jack Cheese
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How to Make Jalapeno Pepper Mac N Cheese
- Preheat your oven's broiler.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound of elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced jalapenos, 1 minced serrano pepper (optional), and 2 minced cloves of garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of cumin (optional).
- In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of whole milk, 4 ounces of softened cream cheese, and 1/4 cup of finely chopped yellow onion. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the cream cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta and the jalapeno-serrano mixture to the cheese sauce. Stir in 2 cups of shredded Monterey Jack cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mac and cheese to a greased baking dish. Broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
21 g
Sugar
34g
Fat
126g
Carbs
31g