Super Creamy Spicy Sausage Mac n Cheese Recipe

Name: Super Creamy Spicy Sausage Mac n Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups Uncooked Whole Wheat Orecchiette (or Other Small Shaped Pasta); 12 ounces, weight Spicy Chicken Sausage; 1 whole Yellow Bell Pepper, Chopped; 1 whole Green Bell Pepper, Chopped; 3 whole Scallions, Chopped; 2 whole Small Zucchini, Chopped; 1/2 teaspoons Cumin; 1/2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika; 1/4 teaspoons Chili Powder; 1/4 teaspoons Ground Mustard; 2 Tablespoons Flour; 2 cups 1% Milk; 1- 1/2 cup Sharp White Cheddar, Grated; 1/2 cups Grape Tomatoes, Halved; 1 pinch Salt And Pepper

Servings: persons

3 cups Uncooked Whole Wheat Orecchiette (or Other Small Shaped Pasta)
12 ounces, weight Spicy Chicken Sausage
1 whole Yellow Bell Pepper, Chopped
1 whole Green Bell Pepper, Chopped
3 whole Scallions, Chopped
2 whole Small Zucchini, Chopped
1/2 teaspoons Cumin
1/2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
1/4 teaspoons Chili Powder
1/4 teaspoons Ground Mustard
2 Tablespoons Flour
2 cups 1% Milk
1- 1/2 cup Sharp White Cheddar, Grated
1/2 cups Grape Tomatoes, Halved
1 pinch Salt And Pepper

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2
Salt, add pasta and cook until al dente.
3
If using orecchiette, cook about 8-9 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium high heat, break sausage up into pieces and cook until browned (you may want to add a bit of olive oil while sauteing depending on the fat content of the sausage).
5
Add peppers, scallions and zucchini and saute for another 4-5 minutes until softened.
6
Add spices and flour and toss together until flour is fully incorporated.
7
Add milk and cheese next and stir all together until cheese is melted.
8
At this point the pasta should be done cooking.
9
Drain well, reserving about a cup of the cooking water in a separate bowl (see note below) and add pasta to the pan.
10
Toss to coat pasta in cheesy mixture completely.
11
Add grape tomatoes and season with salt and pepper to taste.
12
Serve immediately.
13
Note: Keep pasta cooking liquid for reheating.
14
Mac n cheese has a tendency to dry up once refrigerated and reheated.
15
Use some of the pasta water to help loosen it up a bit again when reheating or if not serving immediately.

384

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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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: 3 cups Uncooked Whole Wheat Orecchiette (or Other Small Shaped Pasta), 12 ounces, weight Spicy Chicken Sausage, 1 whole Yellow Bell Pepper, Chopped, 1 whole Green Bell Pepper, Chopped, and more.

Yes, Super Creamy Spicy Sausage Mac n Cheese falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Super Creamy Spicy Sausage Mac n Cheese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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