CHUCK WAGON TRAILS MAC-'N-CHEESE

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The trail ends here with this simple, cheesy, Southwestern version of Mac-'N-Cheese! It has medium-level spicy heat that doesn't overwhelm, but offers a bite just the same with warmth that lingers on the back of the throat. Multiple chili flavors of poblano, green chilies and chipotle are a natural with tomato, onion, sweet corn,...

Provided by Sandi Sheppard

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 lb bulk pork and bacon sausage blend
1 c chopped sweet yellow onion
1 large poblano pepper, rough chopped
2 ears sweet corn, kernels removed
10 oz diced tomato with green chilies
1 large chipotle pepper in adobo, minced
1 Tbsp minced garlic
1 tsp liquid smoke flavoring
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
6 oz cream cheese, cubed
5 oz santa fe flavored cream cheese cooking creme blend
1 c velveeta shreds, original flavor
1 c velveeta shreds, pepper jack flavor
3/4 c chopped cilantro, divided use
12 oz small whole wheat elbow macaroni
1 Tbsp kosher salt
1 c cherry tomatoes, cut in half lengthwise
3/4 c crushed thin tortilla chips
1 c shredded pepper jack cheese with a touch of philadelphia

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350ยบ F. In a large skillet on medium, brown the sausage, for about 5 minutes, breaking with a spoon while it cooks, then add the onions and poblano pepper and saute another 5 minutes. Drain meat, onions and peppers and add back to the skillet. Discard drippings.
  • 2. With heat on low, add the corn, tomato, chipotle pepper, garlic, liquid smoke, worcestershire, cream cheese, cooking creme, both cheese shreds and 1/2 cup cilantro and mix well. Turn off heat when all cheese is melted.
  • 3. Cook macaroni in 4 quarts boiling water with the salt. Cook, slowly boiling, for 8 minutes, drain and add to the skillet. Mix well and pour into a 2-1/2 or 3 quart casserole dish. Spread cherry tomatoes over the top, and the chips then spread the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Bake for 30 minutes, covering loosely with a foil tent if it begins to brown too quickly. Remove from oven, garnish with remaining cilantro and serve.

Sara Soltan
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This mac and cheese was just what I was looking for. It was easy to make, and it was delicious.


Cynthia Mendoza
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This mac and cheese was okay. It was a little dry, but the flavor was good.


Monique Francis
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This mac and cheese was good, but it wasn't anything special. I've had better.


Mkihtku Tkmi9
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This mac and cheese was a lot of work to make, and it wasn't worth it. I'll stick to my old recipe.


Jesy
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This mac and cheese was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I'll use less cheese next time.


Jahanzeb Khan
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I thought this mac and cheese was a little bland. I added some extra spices, and it was much better.


Jahanzeb Ali Malik
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This mac and cheese was just okay. It wasn't as flavorful as I was hoping for.


K. Bee
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my mac and cheese turned out dry and crumbly. I'm going to try it again, but I'll follow the recipe more carefully this time.


Rethabile Semethe
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This mac and cheese is so cheesy and gooey. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Keitumetse Masemola
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I love that this mac and cheese is made with bacon. It adds so much flavor and richness.


Malik Sakhawat
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This is the perfect mac and cheese for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it always gets rave reviews.


Omar Tabbara
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I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and delicious, I couldn't get enough of it.


Zakari Adamu
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This mac and cheese is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Muhammad Sharif
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I love that this mac and cheese is made with real cheese. It makes such a difference in the flavor.


muklasur rahman
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This is the best mac and cheese I've ever had! The cheese sauce is so rich and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly.


Uzair Bloachi
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I've made this mac and cheese several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly.


Hossam
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This mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food! It's creamy, cheesy, and has the perfect amount of spice. I love that it's made with simple ingredients that I always have on hand.