Description
Jalapeno Mac and Cheese is a delightful twist on a classic comfort food, blending creamy macaroni and cheese with the vibrant heat of fresh jalape?os. This dish features a luscious, cheesy sauce enveloping perfectly cooked pasta, topped with a crispy panko crust. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, each bite delivers an explosion of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2–3 fresh jalape?os, sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (7-8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook until light golden brown (about 1 minute).
- Gradually add milk while whisking continuously until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Add sliced jalape?os.
- Combine cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce, ensuring even coating.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with panko breadcrumbs, and bake at 350?F (175?C) for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg