Jalapeno Popper Mac and Cheese

WITH BACON

Jalapeno Popper Mac and Cheese with Bacon is a flavorful and simple recipe ready in just 30 minutes. The gloriously rich and creamy cheese sauce is built on bacon drippings and sauteed jalapenos.

Pasta | Bacon | Butter | Flour Jalapenos | Salt | Cayenne | Milk Cream Cheese | Mild Cheddar Colby Jack Cheese

KEY INGREDIENTS

1

Cook the pasta al dente and set aside. Meanwhile cut bacon into bite-size pieces, place in a large heated skillet and cook until crisp.

2

Set bacon aside, reserve some of the bacon drippings and discard the rest. Pour drippings back into the skillet and add butter.

3

 Once melted add jalapenos and sauté until softened. Whisk in flour, salt, and cayenne. Then add cream cheese and stir until softened. Allow it to bubble and then whisk in the milk.

4

Bring back to a bubble, add cheeses, and stir until melted and smooth. Add pasta and bacon, then cook until the sauce thickens. Sprinkle with bacon and enjoy!

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