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Jalapeno Macaroni and Cheese
Jalapeno Macaroni and Cheese is full of rich flavors including three of my favorite things, ranch dressing, jalapeños and macaroni and cheese.
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Resting Time
5 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 6
Calories: 507 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 Jalapeño chopped
- 6 cups lightly cooked rotini noodles
- 1 ounce can evaporated milk
- 2 cups cheddar shredded
- 2 cups Colby jack cheese shredded
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup butter softened
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your noodles until almost cooked. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together noodles, evaporated milk, cheddar, colby jack, ranch, sour cream, butter, and chopped jalapenos.
- One thing to remember about this step is that you want to make sure your noodle to cheese ratio is properly balanced. Add too much and it’s overwhelming, add too little and it falls flat so for this recipe I am adding roughly three cups of cheese. I love cheddar, but since I wanted this dish to have a little kick I am splitting my cheese portion to result in half triple cheddar and half Pepper Jack.
- Spray a casserole dish with nonstick, and fill with macaroni mixture. Top with extra cheese and pepper.
- Bake at 350 for 30-35 minutes or until top is golden and bubbling.
- Remove from oven and allow to sit for 5 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy every bite!
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Notes
- Cheese it right: Picking the right blend of cheeses can really make your spicy macaroni and cheese taste so much better. Choose 3 or more cheeses for the best balance of texture and flavor. Colby, Monterey Jack, cheddar and Parmesan are all great choices.
- Shred it at home: Packaged, pre-shredded cheeses can be more convenient, but for this recipe, I would highly urge you to shred your own cheese at home for the best flavor and creaminess.
- Top it right: For that nice and crispy crust on the top of the pasta bake, add some breadcrumbs in addition to the shredded cheese. Crushed crispy bacon is a great option too!
- Salt your pasta water: It makes such a difference in the taste of pasta and the overall dish.
Nutrition Information
Calories
507kcal
(25%)
Carbohydrates
51g
(17%)
Protein
28g
(56%)
Fat
43g
(66%)
Saturated Fat
25g
(125%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
11g
Trans Fat
0.3g
Cholesterol
122mg
(41%)
Sodium
939mg
(39%)
Potassium
276mg
(8%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
1316IU
(26%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
622mg
(62%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 507
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 507kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 43g | 66% |
| Saturated Fat | 25g | 125% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 122mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 939mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 276mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1316IU | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 622mg | 62% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.