Description
Add some comfort to your table with some bacon jalapeno mac and cheese. This twist on the classic is full of yum!
Ingredients
Units
Scale
BECHAMEL
- 8 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup flour
- 4 cups whole milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
MAC AND CHEESE
- 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1 lb. elbow macaroni, cooked al dente
- 1 cup bacon bits
- 1 fresh jalapeno/2 tablespoons pickled jalapenos, diced
Instructions
BECHAMEL
- Melt butter over medium heat.
- Add in flour and stir to mix. Cook for about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in milk and whisk until smooth and blended.
- Simmer until sauce has thickened and coats the back of a spoon, about 7-10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
MAC AND CHEESE
- Stir in both of the cheeses in portions until melted. Add in mustard.
- Add macaroni and stir to combine until fully coated and creamy.
- Add in bacon bits and diced jalapenos and mix thoroughly.
- Dish and serve hot.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Scroll up to RECIPE TIPS for more useful tips, suggestions and ingredient substitutions.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins