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Ingredients
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1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
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1 (16 ounce) package bacon, cut into bite-size pieces
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10 jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced
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2 tablespoons chile paste, or to taste
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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4 cups whole milk
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16 ounces shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
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8 ounces shredded Parmesan cheese
Directions
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Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain.
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Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until nearly crispy, about 5 minutes. Add jalapeños and fry until they are soft and bacon is crispy, about 5 minutes. Drain some of the bacon fat, leaving 4 tablespoons of fat in the pan.
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Stir chile paste into the pan and fry for 1 minute. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add flour and cook for 1 minute. Cook and stir garlic in the pan for 1 minute. Pour in milk and cook over medium heat, constantly whisking, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes to slightly cool and prevent cheese from separating.
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Stir Cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese into mixture until melted. Add drained pasta and mix together. Serve.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
746 | Calories |
39g | Fat |
57g | Carbs |
43g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 746 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 39g | 50% |
Saturated Fat 20g | 101% |
Cholesterol 112mg | 37% |
Sodium 1372mg | 60% |
Total Carbohydrate 57g | 21% |
Dietary Fiber 2g | 9% |
Total Sugars 8g | |
Protein 43g | 87% |
Vitamin C 8mg | 9% |
Calcium 906mg | 70% |
Iron 3mg | 15% |
Potassium 475mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.