Chipotle Mac and Cheese for Two
Mac and cheese is a popular comfort food in the United States and has been enjoyed for centuries.
This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Chipotle Mac and Cheese for Two
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
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Add the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth.
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Add the cooked macaroni to the saucepan and stir until well coated. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
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In a small bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs and fresh cilantro. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the macaroni.
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Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
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Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 500kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 30g47%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 20g40%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
