JALAPENO POPPER ORZO MAC-N-CHEESE
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- For the mac-n-cheese: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt the water and cook the orzo until al dente, about 6 minutes; drain.
- Meanwhile, heat 4 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped jalapenos, the garlic and onions and cook until the jalapenos and onions are soft, 5 minutes. Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the milk and stir until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper. Add the Cheddar and cream cheese and stir until melted.
- Combine the orzo with the sauce and transfer to a casserole dish.
- Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons butter and toss with the panko to coat. Sprinkle over the casserole and top with the sliced jalapenos and Fresno chiles.
- For the guac salad: Gently toss the tomatoes, avocados, jalapenos and onions on a serving platter. Drizzle with EVOO and lime juice, season with salt and pepper and top with the cilantro.
- Divide the orzo mac-n-cheese among plates and serve with the guac salad.
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Biddut Paul
biddut-paul32@gmail.comOverall, I was disappointed with this dish. I would not recommend it.
Rajib Munsi
r@gmail.comThe jalapeños were too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using a milder variety or deseed them before using.
Emirates Billiard Center
c_e@hotmail.frThis dish was a bit too rich for my taste. I would recommend using less cheese or milk.
Reuben Alex
alex_reuben@yahoo.comThe orzo was a bit overcooked for my taste. I would recommend cooking it for a shorter amount of time.
Wakeup & Record
w-record@yahoo.comI found this dish to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices or herbs to give it more flavor.
winner zuriks
w-zuriks1@gmail.comThis dish is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using milder jalapeños if you're not a fan of spicy food.
Mary Leonard
mary_leonard58@yahoo.comI love the crispy breadcrumb topping on this dish. It adds a nice textural contrast to the creamy mac n' cheese.
Ch yasira
y-c25@gmail.comThis is a great dish to serve at a party or potluck. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Okwe Divine
okwe_d86@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of jalapeños, but I still really enjoyed this dish. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful that it makes up for the spice.
hondrea pickett
hondreap@yahoo.comThis is a great recipe for a crowd. I doubled the recipe and it fed 12 people easily.
Madie
madie@hotmail.frI love that this dish is baked in the oven. It's so much easier than traditional mac n' cheese, which has to be cooked on the stovetop.
Kacey Cool
k-cool17@gmail.comThis is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also really versatile - you can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
Mahfuza Khatoon
k.mahfuza@hotmail.comI made this dish for my Super Bowl party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and I even had people asking for the recipe.
AGAH ASIF
asifagah60@gmail.comThis is the best mac n' cheese I've ever had. The jalapeños and bacon give it a really unique flavor that I can't get enough of.
Iwuoha Daniella
iwuoha_d@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but this dish was surprisingly mild. The jalapeños add a subtle heat that's perfect for those who don't like things too spicy.
Nomin Munkh-Erdene
mnomin51@yahoo.comThis dish is a hit at every potluck I bring it to. Everyone loves the unique flavor and the fact that it's not your average mac n' cheese.
Sam Youssef
youssef66@yahoo.comI was skeptical about the jalapeños at first, but they really add a nice kick without being overpowering. The orzo cooks perfectly and soaks up all the delicious cheese sauce.
Sajuna Inui
sajuna89@aol.comThis jalapeño popper orzo mac n' cheese is a game-changer! The combination of creamy, cheesy goodness with a hint of spice is absolutely irresistible. My family devoured it in minutes, and I'm already planning on making it again next week.