Pepper Jack Mac Recipe

Name: Pepper Jack Mac
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni; 5 slices center-cut bacon, chopped; ½ cup chopped onion; 8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms (break them up some if they are large slices); 1 tablespoon butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; ¾ cup chicken stock; ¾ cup milk; 8 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded (mine was hard to shred-I think cubed or thinly sliced would work as well); ½ teaspoon italian seasoning; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
5 slices center-cut bacon, chopped
½ cup chopped onion
8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms (break them up some if they are large slices)
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¾ cup chicken stock
¾ cup milk
8 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded (mine was hard to shred-I think cubed or thinly sliced would work as well)
½ teaspoon italian seasoning
salt and pepper

1
Cook macaroni according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp.
3
Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 3/4 t. of drippings.
4
In the same skillet, saute onion and mushrooms in drippings and butter until tender.
5
Stir in flour until blended; gradually stir in broth and milk.
6
Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.
7
Stir in the cheese, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
8
Cook and stir over medium heat until the cheese is melted.
9
Drain macaroni; stir macaroni and bacon into sauce mixture and serve.

610

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni, 5 slices center-cut bacon, chopped, ½ cup chopped onion, 8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms (break them up some if they are large slices), and more.

Yes, Pepper Jack Mac 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.

Pepper Jack Mac

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