Green Chile Macaroni & Cheese Recipe

Name: Green Chile Macaroni & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole poblano chile plus 1/4 cup chopped fresh poblano chile; 1 tbsp oil or butter; 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper; 1/4 cup chopped red onion; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 cup corn kernels (frozen), thawed; 1/2 cup whipping cream; 2 cups cooked medium pasta shells (1 cup dried); 1 cup grated Monterey Jack Cheese, divided; 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese; Topping:; 1 cup panko bread crumbs, seasoned with salt and pepper; 2 tbsp melted butter

Servings: persons

1 whole poblano chile plus 1/4 cup chopped fresh poblano chile
1 tbsp oil or butter
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup corn kernels (frozen), thawed
1/2 cup whipping cream
2 cups cooked medium pasta shells (1 cup dried)
1 cup grated Monterey Jack Cheese, divided
1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
Topping:
1 cup panko bread crumbs, seasoned with salt and pepper
2 tbsp melted butter

1
Preheat oven 350 degrees.
2
Char whole chile directly over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Transfer to plastic bag; seal. Let stand 15 minutes. Peel, seed, and coarsely chop chile. Transfer to processor; puree until smooth.
3
Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 1/4 cup chopped chile, bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Saute' until soft, about 4 minutes. Add corn, stir 1 minute. Add cream and chile puree; bring to boil. Add macaroni and 1/2 cup cheese; stir until cheese melts. Season with salt and pepper.
4
Grease a small casserole dish. In a small bowl mix seasoned panko crumbs with melted butter. Pour pasta and cheese mixture into the dish. Top the mixture with the rest of the cheese, then panko crumb mixture. Bake for 15 minutes, until bubbly.

857

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole poblano chile plus 1/4 cup chopped fresh poblano chile, 1 tbsp oil or butter, 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper, 1/4 cup chopped red onion, and more.

Yes, Green Chile Macaroni & Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Green Chile Macaroni & Cheese

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