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Spice up your favorite side dish with this delicious Macaroni and Queso with Chorizo!

Macaroni and Queso

Take your macaroni to a whole new level by adding chorizo and spicy queso!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. penne
  • 2 chorizo links casings remove
  • 1 Tablespoon flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 c. milk
  • 4 oz. processed cheese cubed
  • 1/3 c. sour cream
  • 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes with chilies, drained
  • 2 c. broccoli florets blanched
  • 1 c. shredded Mexican cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Spray an 8 inch square baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Cook the penne according to the package directions. Drain and then transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Meanwhile, cook the chorizo in a medium saucepan over medium high heat. Cook for 8-10 minutes, breaking up the sausage as needed, until browned.
  • Add in the flour, chili powder, and salt and mix well. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Slowly whisk in the milk, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  • Add in the processed cheese and whisk until melted and smooth. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until thickened.
  • Whisk in the sour cream and tomatoes.
  • Pour the cheese sauce over top of the pasta. Add in the broccoli. Toss to combine.
  • Sprinkle the top with the shredded cheese. Bake for 20 minutes.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Food Network Magazine, May 2017.