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Name: Johnny Jalapeno'S 'Jumpin Wagon Wheels!' Macaroni And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Macaroni; 16 ounces large sized elbow macaroni noodles (or wagon wheels shape); 8 tablespoons butter, melted; Cheese Sauce; 2 cups half & half light cream (or milk); 1 1/2 cups shredded low-fat cheddar cheese; 1 cup shredded gouda cheese; 4 ounces cream cheese; 1 tablespoon habanero sauce (or hot pepper sauce); 1 teaspoon mustard powder; kosher salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 1 cup light sour cream; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 2 cups cooked lean ham, cubed; 2 -3 tablespoons chopped jalapeno peppers (to your firey desire); Topping; 4 slices bacon, raw and cut into 1-inch squares; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 parmesan cheese; 2 roma tomatoes, sliced thin (or plum tomatoes)

Servings: persons

Macaroni
16 ounces large sized elbow macaroni noodles (or wagon wheels shape)
8 tablespoons butter, melted
Cheese Sauce
2 cups half & half light cream (or milk)
1 1/2 cups shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded gouda cheese
4 ounces cream cheese
1 tablespoon habanero sauce (or hot pepper sauce)
1 teaspoon mustard powder
kosher salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1 cup light sour cream
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups cooked lean ham, cubed
2 -3 tablespoons chopped jalapeno peppers (to your firey desire)
Topping
4 slices bacon, raw and cut into 1-inch squares
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 parmesan cheese
2 roma tomatoes, sliced thin (or plum tomatoes)

1
MACARONI: Cook macaroni according to package and drain well. Pour into a cast iron dutch oven (or crock pot), stir melted butter into the hot pasta and set aside.
2
CHEESE SAUCE: Heat milk in a 2 quart sauce pan over medium heat until warmed. Add the cheeses, stirring gently until melted. Season to taste with habanero sauce, dry mustard, salt, and black pepper.
3
Remove from heat and fold in the sour cream. Slowly add the beaten eggs while wisking to incorporate. Mix in the chopped ham and jalapenos.
4
ASSEMBLY: Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta (the macaroni will be soupy at this point, but it will absorb as it bakes). Note: Dish can be covered and refrigerated for up to 2 days at this point.
5
BAKE: Preheat oven to 350u00b0F Place bacon pieces over the top. In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over top of macaroni and bacon.
6
Bake approximately 30 minutes (longer if refrigerated) until hot. Remove from oven and place tomatoes over top to resemble wagon wheels and sprinkle with a bit more black pepper if desired. Place back in the oven for 5-10 more minutes. You can turn the oven off and keep warm for a little while til ready to serve.

2053

kcal

Calories

144

Fat

109

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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: Macaroni, 16 ounces large sized elbow macaroni noodles (or wagon wheels shape), 8 tablespoons butter, melted, Cheese Sauce, and more.

Yes, Johnny Jalapeno'S 'Jumpin Wagon Wheels!' Macaroni And 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Johnny Jalapeno'S 'Jumpin Wagon Wheels!' Macaroni And Cheese

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Variations & substitutions

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