Southwestern-Style Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Name: Southwestern-Style Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup dried elbow macaroni; 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper; 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper; 1/4 pound thickly sliced ham, chopped (about 1 cup); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup milk; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 2 ounces Monterey Jack, chopped (about 1/2 cup); 1 teaspoon minced pickled jalapeno pepper (wear rubber gloves); 1/3 cup finely crushed taco chips

Servings: persons

3/4 cup dried elbow macaroni
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 pound thickly sliced ham, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup plain yogurt
2 ounces Monterey Jack, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 teaspoon minced pickled jalapeno pepper (wear rubber gloves)
1/3 cup finely crushed taco chips

1
In a kettle of boiling salted water cook the macaroni for 10 to 12 minutes, or until it is al dente, drain it in a colander, and rinse it under warm water.
2
While the macaroni is cooking, in a large saucepan cook the bell peppers and the ham in the oil over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
3
Reduce the heat to low, add the flour, and cook the mixture, stirring, for 3 minutes.
4
Stir in the milk and the yogurt, bring the mixture to a boil, stirring, and simmer it, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
5
Add the Monterey Jack and the jalapeno pepper and cook the mixture over moderately low heat, stirring, until the Monterey Jack is just melted.
6
Add the macaroni and salt and pepper to taste and stir the mixture until it is combined well.
7
Transfer the macaroni and cheese to a shallow flame-proof baking dish, sprinkle the taco chips over the top, and broil the macaroni and cheese under a preheated broiler about 2 inches from the heat for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the top is browned lightly.

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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: 3/4 cup dried elbow macaroni, 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper, 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper, 1/4 pound thickly sliced ham, chopped (about 1 cup), and more.

Yes, Southwestern-Style 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.

Southwestern-Style Macaroni and Cheese

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