Jalapeno Cilantro Mac & Cheese

Mac and cheese is a popular comfort food in the United States and is often enjoyed as a side dish or main course.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Jalapeno Cilantro Mac & Cheese

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American Courses: Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Macaroni
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• 4 tablespoon All-purpose Flour
• 2 cup Milk
• 2 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese, shredded
• 1 piece Jalapeno Pepper, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 cup Bread Crumbs

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens.
4. Add the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
6. In a greased baking dish, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce. Mix well.
7. Sprinkle bread crumbs over the top.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the dish is heated through.
9. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.