TEX-MEX MACARONI AND CHEESE

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Classic macaroni and cheese gets reinvented as a hearty casserole with a layer of ground beef seasoned with peppers, onions and taco seasoning.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta (12 oz)
1 lb extra lean (at least 90%) ground beef
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 cup chopped poblano chiles
1 cup chopped red onion
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
2/3 cup water
1 3/4 cups milk
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
5 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese (6 oz)
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (6 oz)
1/2 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile in 5-quart Dutch oven, cook beef over medium-high heat 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until brown; drain, and set aside. Add bell pepper, poblano chiles and onion to Dutch oven; cook 6 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until onions start to soften. Stir in beef, taco seasoning mix and water; heat to simmering. Simmer 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened. Transfer to medium bowl; reserve.
  • In 4-cup glass measuring cup, mix milk and cream. Return Dutch oven to low heat; melt 3 tablespoons of the butter in Dutch oven. With whisk, stir in flour and salt until smooth. Increase heat to medium-high; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth and bubbly. Gradually stir in milk mixture. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute; reduce heat to medium. Stir in cheeses. Cook until melted, stirring occasionally. Stir pasta into cheese sauce. Remove from heat. Pour half of pasta mixture into baking dish. Top with meat mixture, then remaining pasta mixture.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are bubbly.
  • Meanwhile, in 8-inch nonstick skillet, melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in bread crumbs; toast 4 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until crumbs are golden brown. Sprinkle over pasta mixture; top with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 5 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 900 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g

Alem Teklu
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This recipe is definitely going on my to-cook list.


Melinda Page
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Robert Florence
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing!


ahmed auzam
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I would not recommend this recipe. It was a lot of work and the end result was not worth it.


Cheryl Payne
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This dish was a waste of time and ingredients. The sauce was watery and the macaroni was mushy.


Robert Heck
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the sauce turned out grainy. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Agha Mohsin
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning.


noman nadeem
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The macaroni was a bit overcooked, but the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely make this again, but I'll be careful not to overcook the pasta.


dorothy chambers
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. Next time I'll use less chili powder.


Lamar Hudson
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I'm not a big fan of Tex-Mex food, but this dish was surprisingly good. The flavors were well-balanced and the cheese sauce was very creamy.


Sulaiman Islam
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This dish is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add some chopped jalapenos for an extra kick.


Sienna Dorey
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I made this for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best macaroni and cheese they've ever had.


Nasir Islam
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chili. I always have some in the freezer, so this is a quick and easy meal.


Shajhan Kovir
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the macaroni was cooked just right.


martina
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The best macaroni and cheese I've ever had! The Tex-Mex flavors are so unique and delicious.


Mohammad Shahin
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and just pop it in the oven when I'm ready to serve.


Jeomi Mgr
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I'm not usually a fan of macaroni and cheese, but this Tex-Mex version is amazing! The combination of cheese, spices, and pasta is perfect.


Gopal Biswas
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This Tex-Mex Macaroni and Cheese was a hit at our dinner party! Everyone loved the creamy, cheesy sauce and the spicy kick from the chili powder and cumin.