CONTEST-WINNING PEPPER JACK MAC

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When I want to make something hearty, creamy and cheesy, I go with this dish. It's comfort food at its finest. -Rianna Styx, Libertyville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1-1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
3 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Asiago cheese
TOPPING:
3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup cheddar french-fried onions, crushed

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside., In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, salt, mustard, pepper and Worcestershire sauce until smooth; gradually add milk and cream. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Stir in cheeses until melted. Stir macaroni into cheese mixture., Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs, bacon, Parmesan cheese and onions. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 859 calories, Fat 64g fat (37g saturated fat), Cholesterol 191mg cholesterol, Sodium 1127mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

Jada Smith
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I'm allergic to pepper jack cheese, so I used a different type of cheese in this recipe. It turned out great!


Munawwar Hussain
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This Pepper Jack Mac is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. I love that I can use any type of pasta I have on hand. It's a great way to use up leftovers.


Sammy Changa
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my Pepper Jack Mac turned out really dry. I think I might have added too much flour to the cheese sauce.


Jacob Cutrer
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This Pepper Jack Mac is the best mac and cheese I've ever had. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pepper jack cheese adds the perfect amount of spice. I highly recommend this recipe.


1V4SAMAN
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I love how easy this Pepper Jack Mac is to make. I can throw it together in just a few minutes, and it's always a hit with my family. It's the perfect weeknight meal.


Ridoy Hawladar
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This mac and cheese is a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll try it again with a different type of cheese next time.


Micheal Ssekatawa
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but this Pepper Jack Mac changed my mind. The cheese sauce was so smooth and creamy, and the pepper jack cheese added a nice kick. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mhiz Blessing
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This Pepper Jack Mac is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, gooey, and oh-so-satisfying. I love serving it with a side of salad or roasted vegetables.


nana obeid
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I'm not a huge fan of pepper jack cheese, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pepper jack cheese added just a hint of spice. I'll definitely be making this aga


Hanif Hasan
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This mac and cheese is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can throw it together in just a few minutes. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Kenny Laguerre
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Meh. I found this Pepper Jack Mac to be just okay. The cheese sauce was a bit bland, and the pepper jack cheese didn't really add much flavor. I won't be making this again.


Sonju Das
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This mac and cheese is amazing! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit. The pepper jack cheese gives it a nice kick, and the breadcrumb topping adds a delicious crunch. I highly recommend this recipe.


Nageshwar prasad Patel
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I love a good mac and cheese, and this Pepper Jack Mac definitely hit the spot. The cheese sauce was rich and flavorful, and the pepper jack added just the right amount of heat. I'll definitely be making this again.


Reneil Gh
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This Pepper Jack Mac is a game-changer! The combination of creamy cheese sauce, tender macaroni, and a hint of spice from the pepper jack cheese is simply irresistible. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family devoured it