Austin Mac 'n' Cheese Suiza Recipe

Name: Austin Mac 'n' Cheese Suiza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: salt; 1 lb cavatappi pasta or 1 lb other short pasta; 1 lb tomatillo, husked, rinsed and halved; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, grated; 2 jalapeno chiles, seeded and chopped; 2 teaspoons honey; 1 teaspoon cumin (about 1/3 palmful); ⅓ cup finely chopped cilantro (a generous handful); 1 lime, juice of; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons flour; 2 cups milk; 1 cup vegetable broth; pepper; 1 cup shredded swiss cheese; 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese; 2 cups crushed tortilla chips, preferably flaxseed; 1 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese; 1 cup creme fraiche (optional) or 1 cup sour cream (optional)

Servings: persons

salt
1 lb cavatappi pasta or 1 lb other short pasta
1 lb tomatillo, husked, rinsed and halved
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, grated
2 jalapeno chiles, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon cumin (about 1/3 palmful)
⅓ cup finely chopped cilantro (a generous handful)
1 lime, juice of
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
1 cup vegetable broth
pepper
1 cup shredded swiss cheese
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
2 cups crushed tortilla chips, preferably flaxseed
1 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese
1 cup creme fraiche (optional) or 1 cup sour cream (optional)

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it, add the pasta and cook until al dente.
2
Drain, then return to the pot.
3
While the pasta is working, using a food processor, pulse the tomatillos until chopped.
4
In a medium saucepan, heat the EVOO, 1 turn of the pan, over medium-high heat.
5
Add the onion, garlic and jalapenos and cook for 5 minutes.
6
Stir in the tomatillos, honey and cumin; season with salt.
7
Simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.
8
Stir in the cilantro and lime juice.
9
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
10
Whisk in the flour for 1 minute, then whisk in the milk and vegetable broth; season with salt and pepper.
11
Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
12
Stir in the Swiss and monterey jack cheeses.
13
Preheat a broiler.
14
Add the cheese sauce to the pasta and toss.
15
Spread half of the pasta in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and top with half of the tomatillo sauce; repeat the layers.
16
Sprinkle the chips and pepper jack cheese on top.
17
Broil until browned, 3 to 5 minutes.
18
Serve with the creme fraiche, if using.

1855

kcal

Calories

109

Fat

163

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: salt, 1 lb cavatappi pasta or 1 lb other short pasta, 1 lb tomatillo, husked, rinsed and halved, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Austin Mac 'n' Cheese Suiza falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Austin Mac 'n' Cheese Suiza

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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