Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Casserole

Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Casserole is a popular dish in American cuisine, combining the creamy goodness of macaroni and cheese with a spicy kick from jalapeno peppers.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Casserole

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 6 Calories: 2700

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Macaroni
• 2 piece Jalapeno peppers
• 2 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
• 1.5 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Bread crumbs

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until smooth. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens.
3. Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the Cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, salt, and black pepper until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth.
4. Dice the jalapeno peppers and add them to the cheese sauce. Mix well.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce. Stir until the macaroni is evenly coated.
6. Transfer the macaroni mixture to a greased casserole dish. Sprinkle bread crumbs on top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is golden and bubbly.
8. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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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.