Jalapeno Popper Mac and Cheese
BARS = SHARE OF RECIPE CALORIES · RINGS = FDA DV
A creamy, spicy mac and cheese loaded with four cheeses, bacon, jalapeños, and topped with crispy breadcrumbs. It's indulgent, bold, and a comforting upgrade on classic comfort food.
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Nutrition & ingredients
Ingredients
serves 8- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups water
- 3 1/2 cups milk
- 1 pound short pasta (such as cavatappi or elbow macaroni)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups shredded white cheddar cheese (can also use Monterey Jack or regular orange cheddar)
- 1 cup white American cheese (shredded or diced)
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 8 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1/2 cup minced jalapenos (fresh or pickled, remove seeds and veins to keep the heat level down)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- additional bacon and jalapenos for garnish (optional)
At a glance
PER SERVING · TIME 40M
BARS = SHARE OF RECIPE CALORIES · RINGS = FDA DV
Complete estimate · 100% of estimated mass resolved
All countable ingredients resolved. Figures are per serving.
- Prep
- 20m
- Cook
- 20m
- Sodium
- 1222mg
- Total sugar
- 7g
Added sugar is not shown when one or more ingredients lack reliable added-sugar evidence.
Nutrition estimated from ingredients, per serving.
Vitamins & minerals
- Potassium
- 89mg
- Calcium
- 666mg
- Iron
- 2mg
Estimated from ingredients; USDA coverage varies by food.
- PREP
- 20M
- SODIUM
- 1222MG
- ESTIMATE
- COMPLETE
Nutrition estimated from ingredients, per serving. 100% of estimated mass resolved.