Jalapeno Pepper Mac ‘n’ Cheese

Mac ‘n’ Cheese is a popular comfort food in the United States and is often served as a side dish or a 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 Pepper Mac ‘n’ Cheese

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American Courses: Comfort Food, 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
• 2 piece Jalapeno peppers
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• 4 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 2 cup Milk
• 2 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Bread crumbs
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the jalapeno peppers and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
5. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese until melted and smooth.
7. Season with salt and black pepper.
8. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
9. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
10. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs and paprika. Sprinkle over the macaroni.
11. Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
12. 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 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 20g40%

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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.