Try this homemade Southwestern Mac & Cheese recipe the whole family will love. Made with elbow macaroni, lean ground beef, red bell pepper and Italian D…
This Southwestern Mac & Cheese relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as flour, qt. (4 cups) milk, grey poupon dijon mustard and ground black pepper. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 823 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026