Description
A creamy and spicy mac and cheese infused with jalapenos and topped with breadcrumbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup diced jalapenos
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add flour, whisking until smooth, and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually stir in milk, cooking until thickened.
- Add cheddar cheese and cream cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Mix in jalapenos, salt, and pepper.
- Add cooked macaroni to the cheese mixture and stir to combine.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeno quantity for desired spice level.
- Try adding bacon for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Jalapeno Popper Mac, Mac and Cheese, Spicy Macaroni