Best 6 Salsa Mac Colby Cheese Recipes

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Salsa mac colby cheese is an exciting and flavorful dish combining the tangy taste of salsa, the creaminess of macaroni and cheese, and the sharpness of Colby cheese. This dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, making it a favorite among pasta lovers. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your friends and family, salsa mac colby cheese is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SALSA MAC WITH COLBY JACK



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Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup elbow macaroni
1 medium tomato
1/2 medium green bell pepper
1/2 small onion
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups 1% low-fat milk
8 ounces low-fat Colby Jack or cheddar cheese
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, dice tomato, green bell pepper, and onion.
  • Drain cooked macaroni and add with tomato and green bell pepper. Reserve.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a medium saucepan, sauté diced onion in butter until translucent.
  • Stir in flour and black pepper.
  • Add milk. Cook until slightly thickened and bubbly.
  • Add cheese and stir until melted.
  • Add macaroni/vegetable mixture to cheese sauce and coat evenly.
  • Transfer to a 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly. Cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Protein 13.6 g, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Fat 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Sodium 254 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

SALSA RICE



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It's a snap to change the spice level in this popular rice side dish by choosing a milder or hotter salsa. It's a delicious way to round out burritos or tacos when the clock is ticking. -Molly Ingle, Canton, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1-1/2 cups water
1-1/2 cups chunky salsa
2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 to 1-1/2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring water and salsa to a boil. Stir in rice. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in cheese; cover and let stand for 30 seconds or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 506mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SALSA MAC AND BEEF



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This one-pot supper sports big flavors. Sauteed ground beef is stirred into shell pasta with a cheesy sauce and Pace® Chunky Salsa. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Swanson®

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound ground beef
3 ½ cups Swanson® Beef Broth
3 cups uncooked shell-shaped pasta
1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell's® Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup
½ cup Pace® Chunky Salsa

Steps:

  • Cook the beef in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until it's well browned, stirring to separate meat. Pour off any fat.
  • Stir the stock in the skillet and heat to a boil. Stir in the pasta. Reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 10 minutes or until the pasta is tender, stirring often.
  • Stir in the soup and salsa and cook until the mixture is hot and bubbling, stirring often.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 631.2 calories, Carbohydrate 71.4 g, Cholesterol 72.7 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 32.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 1625.7 mg, Sugar 6 g

SALSA MAC & COLBY CHEESE



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Very fattening, but oh so good! I had to tell DH to stop eating or there would be none for anyone else!

Provided by Sam 3

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups macaroni
1 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon flour
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup salsa
8 cups shredded colby (I also use cheddar and mozzarella)
pepper
granulated garlic

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain.
  • Add tomato and green pepper to macaroni.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In med saucepan, sauté onion in butter until translucent.
  • Stir in flour, pepper and garlic to taste.
  • Add milk and salsa.
  • Add cheese and stir until melted.
  • Add cheese mixture to pasta and veggies, stir to evenly coat.
  • Pour into a 9x13in pan.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  • Cool 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 912.9, Fat 52.6, SaturatedFat 32.6, Cholesterol 152.5, Sodium 1073.6, Carbohydrate 62.8, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 4.2, Protein 46.9

MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH GROUND BEEF, SALSA AND GREEN CHILES



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For a little more heat, follow the recipe for Creamy Macaroni & Cheese replacing the cheddar with pepper jack cheese.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 recipe Creamy Macaroni and Cheese
1 pound lean ground beef
⅛ teaspoon Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 cup salsa (your choice of hotness)
1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chilies
¼ cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Follow basic recipe for Creamy Macaroni and Cheese, but use pepper Jack cheese, not cheddar.
  • Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook ground beef, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper, until most of the liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes. Stir in chili powder, salsa and chilies; simmer, 2 to 3 minutes. Add cilantro, then stir mixture into macaroni. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 305.9 mg, Sugar 1 g

SALSA MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Salsa Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cookbook Barbie

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb ground beef
1 (16 ounce) jar chunky salsa
1 3/4 cups water
2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
3/4 lb Velveeta cheese, chunked

Steps:

  • Brown meat.
  • Drain.
  • Add salsa and water.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Stir in macaroni.
  • Reduce heat and cover.
  • Simmer 8-10 minutes.
  • Add Velveeta.
  • Stir until melted.

Tips:

  • Choose the right salsa: Use a salsa that you enjoy the flavor of. A medium or mild salsa is a good option if you don't like things too spicy. If you want a spicier dish, you can use a hot salsa.
  • Use a good quality cheese: Cheddar cheese is a classic choice for mac and cheese, but you can also use other types of cheese, such as Colby, Monterey Jack, or Pepper Jack. If you want a more flavorful dish, you can use a combination of different cheeses.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package directions, but be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked pasta will make the dish mushy.
  • Add the cheese gradually: Add the cheese to the pasta sauce gradually, stirring constantly. This will help to prevent the cheese from clumping.
  • Season to taste: Once you've added all of the ingredients, taste the dish and season it with salt and pepper as needed.

Conclusion:

Salsa mac and cheese is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's also a great dish to serve at parties or potlucks. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and flavorful salsa, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new mac and cheese recipe, give salsa mac and cheese a try. You won't be disappointed!

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