Ingredients for Sausage Pepper Mac N Cheese
- Cavatappi Pasta
- Onion
- Bell Peppers
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Sweet Italian Sausage
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- Sharp White Cheddar Cheese
- Swiss Cheese
- Gorgonzola
- Salt And Pepper
- Dried Basil
- Garlic And Cheese Flavored Croutons
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How to Make Sausage Pepper Mac N Cheese
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and green bell peppers and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- In a separate skillet, cook Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
- In a large saucepan, whisk together the flour and melted butter (from step 3) to make a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in milk, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in cheddar cheese, Swiss cheese, and gorgonzola cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and basil to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta and sausage to the cheese sauce. Stir to combine.
- Pour the mac and cheese mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle crushed croutons and remaining Swiss cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
49 g
Sugar
21g
Fat
143g
Carbs
26g
