Snakebite Mac Recipe
Tender cavatappi pasta tossed with green chilis and onions in chef’s creamy mac sauce, topped with toasted breadcrumbs, crumbled bacon, and chives.
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce
Toppings
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cavatappi pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- 2
Make the Creamy Mac Sauce
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and diced green chilis, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3
- 4
Add Cheeses
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar and softened cream cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.
Combine and Serve
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked cavatappi pasta to the sauce, stirring until well coated. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more milk to reach desired consistency.
- 6
- 7
Assemble the Dish
Transfer the mac and cheese to a serving dish and top with the breadcrumb mixture. Serve hot and enjoy!
