Spicy Macaroni and Cheese
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 10

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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 1/2 tablespoons minced pickled jalapeño or 1-2 tablespoons chipolte in adobo sauce
- 1/2 stick unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 5 cups milk
- 28 ounces 1 can plum tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 2 cups grated monterey jack cheese
- 2 cups grated extra sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese 
 
Satisfying side dish with a southwestern flare.
 
Directions
    Preheat oven to 375°.

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  • In a large saucepan, cook onion, garlic, jalapeños or chipoltes in butter, stirring until
    onion is softened.
  • Stir in flour and cook mixture while stirring for 3 minutes.
  • Add milk in a stream, whisking. It will thicken somewhat as you are whisking.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
  • Whisk in tomatoes.
  • Simmer 2-5 minutes.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Boil macaroni in salted water according to package directions.
  • Drain well.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta with the tomato mixture.
  • Stir in cheeses.
  • Tansfer to a 13x9 inch buttered baking dish or 3 quart gratin dish.
  • Sprinkle parmesan cheese and bread crumbs on top.
  • Bake macaroni and cheese for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

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