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Jalapeno Mac and Cheese

Jalapeño Mac and Cheese Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 fresh jalapeños, seeded and diced, plus extra for serving
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar, shredded
  • 1 cup pepper jack, shredded
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Boil macaroni in salted water until just under al dente, then drain.
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté jalapeño until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes, then add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  3. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute. Slowly whisk in milk and simmer until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cheeses until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Fold in pasta until coated. Serve hot topped with fresh jalapeño slices.

Notes

For a crispy top, transfer the finished mac to a baking dish, add a layer of cheese and breadcrumbs, and broil for 2 to 3 minutes until golden. The sauce thickens as it cools, so when reheating, stir in a splash of milk to loosen it back up.