Jalapeño Popper Mac and Cheese

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5.0

3 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    40 mins

  • Servings

    6 - 8

  • Calories

    419 kcal

  • Course

    Dinner

  • Cuisine

    American

Jalapeño Popper Mac and Cheese

The cheesiest jalapeño popper mac and cheese with extra creamy sauce, chunks of bacon and a crispy, breadcrumb topping.

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Ingredients

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  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup flour
  • 1-2 cups milk
  • 1 cup cream
  • ½ cup cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 cup grated Mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste

For the breadcrumbs

  • 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • ½ cup grated cheese

For the Mac and cheese

  • 500 g (1lb) cooked pasta
  • 1-2 jalapeños finely chopped
  • 8 trips streaky bacon cooked and roughly chopped
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Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a saucepan then stir in the flour.
  2. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring, then pour in the milk and cream.
  3. Allow to simmer over low heat, stirring regularly, for a 8-10 minutes until the sauce is thick and smooth.
  4. Stir in the cheeses and season with salt and pepper.
  5.  Combine the breadcrumbs with the oregano and season with salt and pepper. Add a small handful of grated cheese. 
  6. Stir the cooked pasta through the cheese sauce then add the jalapeños and crispy bacon. Transfer to a baking dish then top with the breadcrumbs. 
  7. Place in the oven and allow to bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbling.
  8. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes then serve.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 419kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 39g (13%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 33mg (11%) Sodium 626mg (26%) Potassium 199mg (6%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 979IU (20%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 313mg (31%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6- 8

Amount Per Serving

Calories 419 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 419kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 39g 13%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 33mg 11%
Sodium 626mg 26%
Potassium 199mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 979IU 20%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 313mg 31%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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