“Return of the Mac”- Jalapeno Cheddar Mac ‘n Cheese Bites
Superbowl weekend!! Many think it’s all about the football, but to me, it’s all about the food. When I’m at a Superbowl party, I can’t help but to do a little judging on the food people bring for game-time snacks. I can’t help it!
This is a great go-to dish for an appetizer and who can resist mac n’ cheese bites? I’m also creating BBQ Jackfruit tacos with a light slaw! What are you making for Superbowl?
What You Need:
1 lb Macaroni
2 Tbsp. Butter
2 Tbsp. Flour
1 1/2 Cups Milk
½ Cup Jalepeno Cheddar (shredded)
¾ Cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
½ Cup Monterey Jack Cheese (shredded)
Cayenne Pepper (to taste)
Panko Bread Crumbs (Italian or plain)
Heat oven on convection to 400 degrees.
1. Boil pasta so that it is just slightly undercooked (al dente). Drain then set aside.
2. Meanwhile, in a large sauce pan, melt the butter. Once the butter is melted, add the flour and continue stirring. A thick mixture will form in the pan (do not allow mixture to brown).
3. Next, pour the milk a little at a time into the roux, stirring constantly. You will be forming a bechamel sauce. If it seems too thick, add a little more milk. Then, add all of the cheeses to the mixture. Continue stirring until the cheese sauce has thickened. Then, add in the cayenne pepper. Add the noodles to the cheese mixture and carefully fold the pasta into the cheese sauce.
4. Then, generously spray mini muffin tins with PAM. Scoop the macaroni mixture into the muffin tin so that it is packed in well. Top with shredded cheddar and panko bread crumbs.
5. Place into convection oven for 10-12 minutes or until the macaroni bites are crisp.
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