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Spicy Tomato Jalapeno Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe

Spicy Tomato Jalapeno Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe

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Spicy Tomato Jalapeno Macaroni and Cheese Casserole

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Ingredients:

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1 lb elbow macaroni (cooked only to barely firm-tender and drained)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tbsp minced fresh garlic (or to taste)
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 tsp coriander
1 1/2 tsp cumin powder
1/3 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
4 cups half-and-half cream
salt
cayenne pepper
1 (28 oz) can plum tomatoes (very well drained , then chopped)
1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
1 1/3 cups grated parmesan cheese

Directions:

Set oven to 375°F (set oven rack to second-lowest position).
Butter a 13x9-inch baking pan.
In a large saucepan melt 1/3 cup butter, add in the onions, garlic, diced jalapeño pepper, coriander and cumin; stirring until the onions are tender (about 5 minutes).
Add in flour and stir for 2 minutes with a wooden spoon.
Slowly add in the half and half cream whisking continuously until the mixture boils and thickens.
Add in cayenne pepper and salt to taste.
Add in chopped tomatoes and simmer for about 3 minutes (do not add in the cheese, add it in when when mixing in the bowl).
In a large bowl mix together the cooked macaroni and tomato mixture, then stir in both cheeses; mix well to combine.
Transfer to prepared casserole dish.
In a small bowl mix together the fresh bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese, then sprinkle over the macaroni mixture in the baking pan.
Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbly.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	747.48 Kcal (3130 kJ)
Calories from fat	464.67 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	51.63g	79%
Cholesterol	148.68mg	50%
Sodium	908.94mg	38%
Potassium	325.47mg	7%
Total Carbs	38.51g	13%
Sugars	3.1g	12%
Dietary Fiber	2.53g	10%
Protein	32.97g	66%
Vitamin C	5.5mg	9%
Vitamin A	0.5mg	18%
Iron	2.1mg	11%
Calcium	893.2mg	89%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	214.42 Kcal (898 kJ)
Calories from fat	133.29 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	14.81g	79%
Cholesterol	42.65mg	50%
Sodium	260.73mg	38%
Potassium	93.36mg	7%
Total Carbs	11.05g	13%
Sugars	0.89g	12%
Dietary Fiber	0.73g	10%
Protein	9.46g	66%
Vitamin C	1.6mg	9%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	18%
Iron	0.6mg	11%
Calcium	256.2mg	89%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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