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Jalapeño Macaroni and Cheese

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil 
  • 1 shallot peeled and minced
  • 1 jalapeño diced 
  • 2 garlic cloves peeled and diced
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk divided
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar
  • 4 ounces smoked gouda shredded
  • 1 pound of pasta of choice I used cavatappi, cooked to al dente 
  • 1/2 cup French’s Crispy Jalapeños for topping 

Instructions

  • In a medium skillet, set over medium heat, add the olive oil. When warm, add the shallot, jalapeño and garlic cloves. Add a pinch of salt. Cook until softened about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the butter and cook until melted. Add the flour and cook for about 1 minutes. Next pour in 2 cups of the milk and bring to a gentle simmer and cook until thickened, about 3 minutes. Next, add the remaining 1 cup of milk.
  • Add the salt and a few turns of freshly ground pepper. Mix in the cheeses and mix until melty.
  • Add the cooked pasta and mix until completely combined. Add the Crispy Jalapeños on top and divide amongst plates.

Nutrition

Serving: 6g