Poblano Mac And Cheese Recipe

If you’re looking for a new twist on classic mac and cheese, look no further than this delicious Poblano Mac and Cheese Recipe! Perfectly creamy and spicy, it’s sure to become a hit with your family and friends. Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients:

Mac and Cheese

• 1 pound elbow macaroni
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Poblano Peppers

• 2 poblano peppers
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions:

Roast the Poblano Peppers

1. Preheat your oven to broil on high.
2. Cut the poblano peppers in half lengthwise and remove the stem and seeds.
3. Place the peppers on a baking sheet, cut-side down, and broil for 5-7 minutes until the skins blister and blacken.
4. Remove the peppers from the oven and place them in a sealable plastic bag or a covered bowl for 10 minutes.
5. After 10 minutes, remove the peppers from the bag and remove the skins. Dice the peppers into small pieces and set them aside.

Prepare the macaroni and cheese

1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente.
2. Drain the macaroni and set it aside.
3. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
4. Add the flour and whisk to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture turns a golden brown color.
5. Add the milk to the skillet and whisk to combine. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens.
6. Reduce the heat to low. Add the sour cream, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
7. Add the Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses, one cup at a time, stirring until the cheese is fully melted before adding the next cup.
8. Once all the cheese is melted, add the diced poblano peppers to the skillet and stir to combine.
9. Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and stir to coat in the cheese sauce.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy!

With its spicy kick and cheesy goodness, this Poblano Mac and Cheese Recipe will soon become a family favorite in your household. Why not give it a try today?