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Jalapeno Popper Mac and Cheese

Dinner at the Zoo
  • 40 minutes
  • Serves 8

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp

butter

2 tbsp

flour

2 cups

water

3 1/2 cups

milk

1 lb

short pasta (such as cavatappi or elbow macaroni)

3/4 tsp

salt

1/4 tsp

garlic powder

1/4 tsp

onion powder

1/4 tsp

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 oz

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 tbsp

chopped cilantro

additional bacon and jalapenos for garnish (optional)