Jalapeno Mac 'n Cheese

By cserumga

Per serving: 336 cal, 20g total fat, 54mg chol, 327mg sodium, 28g carb, 1g fiber, 12g protein

Ingredients

• 4 oz dry elbow macaroni (1 cup)
• 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 Tbsp seeded, diced jalapeno
• 2 tsp minced garlic
• 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 2 oz sharp Cheddar, shredded (3/4 cup)
• 2 oz American cheese, shredded (3/4 cup)
• Salt to taste

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

Cook macaroni in a pot of boiling salted water according to package directions; drain.

Melt better in a medium saucepan. Add jalapeno and garlic; cook until tender, about 3 minutes.

Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute. Whisk in milk to incorporate; then stir in Cheddar and American cheese.

Cook sauce, stirring frequently, until thick and cheese is melted. Stir in cooked macaroni; season with salt.