Description
It looks like something from christmas, tastes like something from summer, and makes you feel like you're over at grandma's. This is a nice, healthy, flavorful macaroni. Feel free to add a bit of shredded chicken if you feel like it.
Ingredients
- Butter
- Flour
- Evaporated Milk
- Milk
- American Cheese
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- Dry Mustard
- Nutmeg
- Salt
- Pepper
- Hot Sauce
- Elbow Macaroni
- Shallots
- Bell Pepper
- Jalapeno Peppers
- Broccoli
- Diced Tomatoes
- Breadcrumbs
Instructions
- In a large skillet, saut scallions, bell pepper, and jalapeno until softened
- Drain
- Cook macaroni just until al dente, 8-10 minutes
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat
- Add flour
- Whisk while cooking, and cook until smooth and lightly browned
- Whisk in evaporated milk, milk, and spices
- Stir until thickened
- Stir in american cheese
- Allow to melt thoroughly
- Add cheddar in one-cup increments, melting thoroughly between additions
- Mix sauce with vegetables and pasta
- Add to greased 13 x 9 inch pan
- Top with breadcrumbs
- Bake, uncovered, at 350 f 40-45 minutes or until hot and bubbly