Spicy Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Name: Spicy Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked until almost al dente; 16 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded, divided; 8 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded; 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ½ teaspoon dry mustard; ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg; 4 tablespoons sour cream; 1 egg, beaten; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 cup half-and-half; 4 slices bread, cubed; 1 tablespoon butter

Servings: persons

2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked until almost al dente
16 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
8 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon dry mustard
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
4 tablespoons sour cream
1 egg, beaten
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup half-and-half
4 slices bread, cubed
1 tablespoon butter

1
In large bowl, toss together pasta with pepper jack cheese and half the cheddar cheese and pour into greased 2 quart baking dish.
2
In same bowl, mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, dry mustard, nutmeg, sour cream, egg, cream and half-and-half.
3
Pour mixture over the pasta/cheese mixture and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
4
Bake uncovered until top is just beginning to brown, about 35 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add bread cubes and toast until golden.
6
Spread bread cubes on top of macaroni and cheese and continue baking until golden brown, about 10 minutes, more.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked until almost al dente, 16 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded, divided, 8 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded, 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Spicy 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.

Spicy Macaroni and Cheese

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