Festive Macaroni and Cheese
It looks like something from Christmas, tastes like something from summer, and makes you feel like you're over at grandma's. This is a nice, healthy, flavorful macaroni. Feel free to add a bit of shredded chicken if you feel like it.
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INGREDIENTS
Nutrition- 4tablespoons butter
- 5tablespoons flour
- 3(12 ounce) cans evaporated milk
- 1cup milk
- 1
- 4
- 2teaspoons dry mustard
- 1teaspoon nutmeg
- 2teaspoons salt
- 1⁄2teaspoon pepper
- 2teaspoons hot sauce
- 1
- 2
- 1
- 2jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped finely
- 1
- 2
- 2cups breadcrumbs
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DIRECTIONS
- In a large skillet, sauté scallions, bell pepper, and jalapeno until softened; drain.
- Cook macaroni just until al dente, 8-10 minutes.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add flour; whisk while cooking, and cook until smooth and lightly browned.
- Whisk in evaporated milk, milk, and spices; stir until thickened.
- Stir in American cheese; allow to melt thoroughly. Add cheddar in one-cup increments, melting thoroughly between additions.
- Mix sauce with vegetables and pasta; add to greased 13 x 9 inch pan.
- Top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake, uncovered, at 350 F 40-45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
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