Best 3 Jalapeno Macaroni And Cheese Recipes
Are you a fan of spicy and cheesy pasta dishes? If so, then jalapeño macaroni and cheese is the perfect recipe for you! This dish combines the creamy goodness of macaroni and cheese with the spicy kick of jalapeños, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and can be customized to your taste preferences. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a delicious and comforting bowl of jalapeño macaroni and cheese.
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CREAMY JALAPENO POPPER MACARONI AND CHEESE
This pleasantly spicy mac and cheese delivers on its name: The cheesy jalapeno pasta with its crunchy panko bread crumb topping tastes just like poppers!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 8 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Set an oven rack 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until it is al dente, about 6 minutes. Strain, reserving 1 3/4 cups of the pasta water. Set aside.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; transfer half the melted butter to a medium bowl and reserve. Add the chopped jalapenos to the saucepan, toss to coat and cook until softened, about 5 minutes; transfer to a small bowl and reserve.
- Wipe out the saucepan and add the half-and-half. Cook over medium heat until it just comes to a simmer. Continue simmering until the half-and-half is reduced to 1 1/2 cups, about 15 minutes. Add the cream cheese and stir until melted. Whisk in the Cheddar and Gruyere until all the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the macaroni and reserved pasta water and stir to combine. (The mixture will look very loose, but the pasta will suck up a lot of the sauce as it bakes.) Gently fold in the reserved cooked jalapenos, pickled jalapenos and pickled jalapeno juice. Season with salt and cayenne if needed. Pour into a 13-by-9-inch baking dish. Toss the bread crumbs in the bowl with the reserved melted butter and a sprinkle of salt. Sprinkle evenly over the macaroni and cheese. Lay the sliced jalapenos evenly on top of the bread crumbs. Bake until the cheese is bubbly and the bread crumbs are lightly browned and crispy, about 10 minutes.
JALAPENO MACARONI AND CHEESE
Our Southwestern riff on mac and cheese turns up the volume with fiery jalapenos and sweet corn kernels. The pasta's cooked right in the sauce, so it couldn't be simpler. Be sure to try all our delectable variations next: Classic Mac, Mushroom-Fontina Mac, and Bacon Mac.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat broiler. In a large straight-sided, oven-safe skillet, melt butter. Remove 1 tablespoon butter and combine with breadcrumbs and Parmesan.
- Add jalapenos and scallions to skillet and cook until softened. Whisk in flour and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Very gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer. Add macaroni and cook, stirring constantly and scraping bottom of pan, until tender, about 6 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in remaining cheese and the corn, and season with salt and pepper. Top with breadcrumb mixture and broil until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 650 g, Fat 32 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 19 g
JOHNNY JALAPENO'S 'JUMPIN WAGON WHEELS!' MACARONI AND CHEESE
This is a firey dish chock full of goodies. Legend tells that Yankee Doodle went to town in a wagon pulled by his young horse. On his way, one of the wheels to the wagon hit a large rock in the road. Well, the wheel went a flyin! He brought it back to the wagon and there he was, stuck on the side of the road and no way to fix his wagon. Just then, the McDaniel gang rode up, and in their traditional 'Robin Hood' ways, set out to fix the wheel, while Johnny fixed up a down-home campfire lunch. After this delicious meal, Yankee Doodle was so elated by Johnny's wonderful dish, he gave Johnny the wagon so he could travel with his recipes and cookware in a more formidable fashion. The only gift Johnny could reciprocate with was a beautiful injun feather he had found along his many trails. Well, Yankee doodle got up on his pony, stuck the feather in his hat and said "Thanks for the macaroni!" For an all-out exlusive dish, spoon some of Recipe #395692 over top!
Provided by 2Bleu
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 55m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- MACARONI: Cook macaroni according to package and drain well. Pour into a cast iron dutch oven (or crock pot), stir melted butter into the hot pasta and set aside.
- CHEESE SAUCE: Heat milk in a 2 quart sauce pan over medium heat until warmed. Add the cheeses, stirring gently until melted. Season to taste with habanero sauce, dry mustard, salt, and black pepper.
- Remove from heat and fold in the sour cream. Slowly add the beaten eggs while wisking to incorporate. Mix in the chopped ham and jalapenos.
- ASSEMBLY: Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta (the macaroni will be soupy at this point, but it will absorb as it bakes). Note: Dish can be covered and refrigerated for up to 2 days at this point.
- BAKE: Preheat oven to 350°F Place bacon pieces over the top. In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over top of macaroni and bacon.
- Bake approximately 30 minutes (longer if refrigerated) until hot. Remove from oven and place tomatoes over top to resemble wagon wheels and sprinkle with a bit more black pepper if desired. Place back in the oven for 5-10 more minutes. You can turn the oven off and keep warm for a little while til ready to serve.
Tips:
- Use fresh jalapeños. Fresh jalapeños have a brighter flavor and more heat than dried jalapeños. If you can't find fresh jalapeños, you can use 1/4 cup of dried jalapeños, but be sure to soak them in hot water for 30 minutes before using.
- Remove the seeds from the jalapeños before chopping them. The seeds are the hottest part of the pepper, so removing them will help to reduce the heat of the dish. If you like spicy food, you can leave some of the seeds in.
- Use a combination of cheeses. Using a combination of cheeses will give your macaroni and cheese a more complex flavor. A good combination is cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
- Cook the macaroni until it is al dente. Al dente means "to the tooth" in Italian. It refers to the texture of pasta that is cooked through but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and will not hold its shape well in the macaroni and cheese.
- Make sure the cheese sauce is thick and creamy. The cheese sauce should be thick enough to coat the macaroni evenly. If the cheese sauce is too thin, it will be runny and will not hold its shape well. To thicken the cheese sauce, you can add more cheese, cornstarch, or flour.
Conclusion:
Jalapeno macaroni and cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover macaroni and cheese, and it is also a great way to add a little spice to your next meal. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and flavorful jalapeno macaroni and cheese that your family and friends will love.
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