Southwest Mac N Cheese Recipes

SOUTHWEST MAC AND CHEESE

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This Mexican-inspired dish features ingredients loved in all cultures: cheese, pasta and corn!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Time 22m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 1/3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni or cavatappi pasta (8 ounces)
1 cup Old El Paso™ salsa (any variety)
1 1/2 cups milk
1 can (14.75 ounces) cream-style corn
1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn with red and green peppers
1 loaf (8 oz. box) VELVEETA™ Original Cheese, cubed

Steps:

Mix all ingredients except cheese in 12-inch nonstick skillet. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally; reduce heat.
Cover and simmer 10 to 14 minutes, stirring frequently, until macaroni is tender. Stir in cheese until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1030 mg

SOUTHWESTERN MAC & CHEESE

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Diced tomatoes and green chilies give this hearty mac and cheese casserole its distinctive Southwestern appeal.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings, 1-1/3 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 pkg. (16 oz.) elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 lb. lean ground beef
1 each green and red bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 cup KRAFT Tuscan House Italian Dressing
2/3 cup flour
1 qt. (4 cups) milk
2 pkg. (8 oz. each) KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 tsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
2 cans (10 oz. each) RO*TEL Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, drained

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F.
Cook macaroni as directed on package, omitting salt. Meanwhile, brown meat with bell peppers in large skillet; drain.
Heat dressing in large saucepan. Add flour; cook and stir 1 min. or until bubbly. Gradually whisk in milk; cook and stir 6 to 8 min. or until thickened. Add cheese, mustard and black pepper; cook and stir 2 min. or until cheese is melted and mixture is well blended.
Drain macaroni. Add to cheese sauce; mix well. Stir in meat mixture and tomatoes and green chilies. Spoon into casserole dish sprayed with cooking spray.
Bake 25 to 35 min. or until golden brown and sauce is bubbly. Let stand 2 min. before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 490 mg, Carbohydrate 42 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 7 g, Protein 24 g

SOUTHWESTERN MAC & CHEESE

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Add some spice to everyone's favorite comfort food. This mac & cheese has a Southwestern accent from the Monterey Jack cheese, green chiles and Southwest Seasoning.

Provided by McCormick Gourmet

Categories Entrees,

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pound pasta such as medium shells or penne
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
1/4 cup flour
1 tbsp McCormick Gourmet™ Southwest Seasoning
1 1/2 tsps McCormick Gourmet™ Organic Mustard, Ground
5 cups milk
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pint grape tomatoes halved
1 can (4 1/2 oz) chopped green chiles
1 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package for al dente pasta. Rinse under cold water; drain well
Melt butter in same saucepan on medium heat. Sprinkle with flour and spices. Cook and stir 2 minute or until well blended. Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Stirring constantly, cook 3 minutes or until sauce starts to thicken. Stir in cheeses until melted and smooth. Remove from heat. Add pasta, tomatoes and chiles; toss gently to coat. Pour into greased 13x9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle panko evenly over top
Bake 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top. Let stand 5 minutes before serving

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467 Calories

CREAMY SOUTHWEST MAC 'N CHEESE

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Add some Tex-Mex flair to your comfort food with Creamy Southwest Mac 'n Cheese. Chopped jalapenos and poblanos plus shredded pepper Jack gives southwest mac 'n cheese its kick.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Thanksgiving Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. butter
1 onion, chopped
1 fresh poblano chile, chopped
1 fresh jalapeño pepper, seeded, chopped
1 tsp. chili powder
1 cup milk
3/4 lb. (12 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, divided
2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Pepper Jack Cheese
1 cup no-salt-added tortilla chips (2 oz.), crushed

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F.
Melt butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Add onions, poblano chiles, jalapeño peppers and chili powder; mix well. Cook 6 min. or until onions are crisp-tender, stirring frequently.
Add milk and 2/3 of the VELVEETA; cook 3 to 5 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring frequently. Stir in macaroni and remaining VELVEETA.
Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray. Toss shredded cheese with crushed chips; sprinkle over macaroni mixture.
Bake 20 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 640 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 13 g

VELVEETA SOUTHWEST MAC 'N CHEESE

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Lean ground beef and a tomato-chile mix give this VELVEETA mac and cheese its Southwestern appeal.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 35m

Yield Makes 6 servings, 1 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 lb. lean ground beef
2 cans (10 oz. each) RO*TEL Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, undrained
1 cup water
2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
1/2 lb. (8 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

Brown meat in large skillet; drain.
Stir in tomatoes and water. Bring to boil. Stir in macaroni. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover. Simmer 8 to 10 min. or until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally.
Add VELVEETA; cook until completely melted, stirring frequently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 1000 mg, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 7 g, Protein 25 g

SOUTHWEST MAC-N-CHEESE

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This is an easy week night throw it together in a hurry meal. Loved by kids and aduls alike. You can vary the spiciness by using hot/mild or regular Rotel

Provided by Whatscooking

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (14 ounce) box macaroni shells and cheese
1/2 lb ground beef
1 -2 tablespoon taco seasoning
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 -2 tablespoon TABASCO® brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce (optional)
1/4 cup water
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel tomatoes & chilies
1 (14 ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed or 1 cup canned corn

Steps:

boil pasta shells according to package directions.
brown ground beef in large saucepan or skillet with minced garlic and cumin.
Drain fat.
mix taco seasoning and water and pour over meat, stir well over medium/low.
add rotel, beans, corn and Tabasco to pan and continue to cook over medium until all ingredients heated through.
add pasta shells to pan and stir.
pour cheese sauce from package over all and stir over medium until heated through.
Serve with additional Tabasco to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.9, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 38.6, Sodium 380, Carbohydrate 38.7, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 20

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