Green Chile Mac & Cheese Recipe
Make Green Chile Mac & Cheese Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Toppings
Method
Preparing the Pasta
- 1
Cook the Macaroni
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Making the Cheese Sauce
- 2
Prepare the Roux
In the same pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about 2 minutes, until the mixture is golden and bubbly.
- 3
Add Milk
Gradually add the milk to the roux, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the mixture thickens.
- 4
Add the Cheeses
Lower the heat and add the sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese. Stir until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
- 5
Season the Sauce
Stir in the diced green chile peppers, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well to combine.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
- 6
Mix Pasta and Cheese Sauce
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce. Stir until the macaroni is evenly coated with the cheese mixture.
Preparing the Topping
- 7
Mix Topping Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Stir until the mixture is well combined.
Baking
- 8
Bake the Mac & Cheese
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the bread crumb topping evenly over the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- 9
Serve
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Green Chile Mac & Cheese!