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Jalapeno Mac and Cheese

November 10, 2022 By Dawn 2 Comments

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Jalapeno Mac and Cheese is creamy mac and cheese with a twist to it. This recipe has some heat added to it, with the jalapeno.

Looking down at a bowl of Jalepeno mac and cheese.

This is a family favorite that I have made over and over again. It is a side dish that you can serve with just about anything. You will be surprised how easily it comes together.

I have been making macaroni and cheese forever. My family can’t get enough of it. Then a while back my daughter had ordered macaroni and cheese with jalapeno in it at a restaurant. I decided to make my version of the recipe, and ever since, this is the only mac and cheese my kids ask for.

A sige angle view of a bowl with mac and cheese and a fork.

Helpful Tips:

  • Cook the noodles using the directions on the box until al dente.
  • Remove the seeds from the jalapenos.
  • Cut the jalapenos into very small pieces or use a food processor.
  • Have the cream cheese at room temperature it will blend in easier.
  • If you like you can cut the cream cheese into cubes, it will help to get it to melt faster.
  • I like to make this in a cast-iron skillet, but if you don’t have one a Dutch oven or a heavy pot will work just as well.
  • Taste the dish before seasoning it with salt and pepper. I like to add a little, but you may find that you don’t need to add anything.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
  • To reheat leftovers, the microwave works well. Heat until the desired temperature.

Steps for making Jalapeno Mac and Cheese

Step one

In a large skillet add the butter and chopped jalapeno, and cook until tender.

Ingredients for mac and cheese.
A skillet with butter and minced jalapenos in it.
Cream cheese is added to the jalapenos in the skillet.

Step two

Add the cream cheese and stir until it is about melted.

Step three

Add the heavy cream and milk and blend in with the cream cheese.

Cheese is mixed into the cream mixture.

Step four

Add the cheese and stir until everything melts and blends together.

Step five

Finished mac and cheese in a skillet.

Place in an oven that is preheated to 375 for 15 minutes, until everything is heated through. If you would like to brown the top turn on the broiler for 2 to 4 minutes to brown.

Check out these additional side dishes:

  • Roasted Mash Sweet Potatoes
  • Loaded Baked Potato Skillet
  • Easy Mashed Potatoes
  • Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
A white bowl with jalapeno mac and cheese.

If you make this Jalapeno Mac and Cheese. I would love to hear about it! Please leave me a comment and a rating.

A sige angle view of a bowl with mac and cheese and a fork.

Jalapeno Mac and Cheese

Jalapeno Mac and Cheese is creamy mac and cheese with a twist to it. This recipe has some heat added to it, with the jalapeno.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Jalapeno mac and cheese, Mac and cheese
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 332kcal
Author: Dawn

Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked macaroni
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 large jalapeno peppers finely chopped
  • 8 ounce cream cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 16 ounces cheddar cheese shredded
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a large skillet add the butter and chopped jalapenos. Sautee over medium heat for 2 to 4 minutes or until tender.
  • Stir in the cream cheese. Stir until it is melted or just about melted.
  • Add the heavy cream and milk and mix in until blended.
  • Add the shredded cheese and mix until everything is melted and blended together
  • Taste at this point. If you would like to add salt and pepper add to taste.
  • Place in the preheated over for about 15 minutes. If you like to brown the top turn on the broiler for 2 to 4 minutes.

Notes

  1. Remove the seeds from the Jalapenos and cut them into tiny pieces. If you like you can use a food processor for this.
  2. Have the cream cheese at room temperature. 
  3. Cut the cream cheese into cubes, it will help it to melt faster. 
  4. Salt and pepper can be optional. Taste the mac and cheese once you have the cheese melted and blended in to see if you want to add it. 
  5. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  6. To reheat place in a microwave save a bowl and heat the mac and cheese to the desired temperature. 
 
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary with the brands of ingredients used.

Nutrition

Calories: 332kcal | Carbohydrates: 12.9g | Protein: 13.6g | Fat: 25.4g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 319mg | Potassium: 113mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 1.6g | Calcium: 332mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. angiesrecipes

    November 10, 2022 at 10:16 pm

    That looks so cheesy and yummy!

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  2. Jeff the Chef

    November 14, 2022 at 8:59 am

    Who wouldn’t love a little jalapeno in their mac! Sounds delicious!

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