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A glass dish of Jalapeno Popper Mac and Cheese

Jalapeno Popper Mac and Cheese

A quick and easy homemade macaroni and cheese made spicy with jalapenos and green chilies.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 325kcal
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 10 oz. macaroni noodles
  • 1 T. olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2/3 c. milk
  • 4 oz. cream cheese
  • 1/2 c. sour cream
  • 1 t. salt
  • 1 t. black pepper
  • 1 can 4 oz pickled jalapenos, chopped
  • 1 can 4 oz green chilies, diced
  • 4 oz. pepper jack cheese shredded
  • 2 oz. cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute for one minute.
  • Add the milk, cream cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cream cheese has melted, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the jalapenos and green chilies and mix until well combined. Remove from heat.
  • Add the drained pasta and the shredded cheeses to the skillet and mix until well combined and the cheeses have melted.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Fresh April Flours

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 643mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g