Creamy Jalapeno Mac and Cheese - ★Cooking Recipes★

This mac and cheese has a bit of a kick from pickled jalapenos.
Directions for: Creamy Jalapeno Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

Kosher salt

1 lb(s) elbow macaroni

1 stick (8 tbsp) unsalted butter

cup panko breadcrumbs

1 cups half and half

tsp ground mustard

tsp garlic powder

3 cups shredded sharp Cheddar

8 oz processed cheese such as Velveeta, cut into 1/2" pieces

cup chopped pickled jalapenos

2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni according to the package directions; drain.

2. Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the panko and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.

3. Combine the half-and-half, mustard, garlic powder and remaining 6 tablespoons butter in the saucepan and bring to a bare simmer over medium-high heat. Add the Cheddar and processed cheese and stir until smooth. Stir in the macaroni and jalapenos and season with salt. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with the panko and cilantro.

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