Triple Cheddar and Colby Jack bring lots of cheese flavor to this creamy mac & cheese with just a hint of heat.
Step1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray the inside of a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray. Combine Cheddar and Colby Jack cheeses in a medium bowl and set aside.
Step2
Cook macaroni in boiling salted water according to package directions; drain well and set aside.
Step3
Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Blend in flour, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbly. Gradually whisk in milk and half & half. Stir constantly, until mixture boils and thickens (about 2 to 3 minutes). Remove from heat and add cayenne and black peppers, and 2 cups of the reserved cheese mixture; stir until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
Step4
Stir cooked macaroni into the sauce and season to taste. Place in the prepared casserole dish. Top with remaining 1/2 cup of cheese and dot with additional butter, if desired. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through and lightly browned.
Prepare Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
623 kcal
Carbohydrate:
49 g
Cholesterol:
114 mg
Dietary Fiber:
2 g
Protein:
26 g
Saturated Fat:
13 g
Sodium:
568 mg
Total Sugars:
2 g
Total Fat:
36 g
