Best 6 Mexican Style Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

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**Macaroni and cheese** is a classic comfort food dish enjoyed by people of all ages. This Mexican-style macaroni and cheese recipe adds a flavorful twist to the traditional dish with the addition of Mexican spices and ingredients. The recipe is easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. It is perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck gathering.

This article features two variations of the Mexican-style macaroni and cheese recipe:

* **Original Mexican-Style Macaroni and Cheese:** This recipe is a cheesy and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. It is made with a combination of cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Mexican spices.

* **Creamy Mexican-Style Macaroni and Cheese:** This recipe is a rich and creamy version of the classic dish. It is made with a combination of cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and Mexican spices.

Both recipes are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. For example, you can add more or less Mexican spices, depending on your desired level of heat. You can also add other ingredients, such as cooked chicken, ground beef, or vegetables.

So, gather your ingredients and let's dive into the world of cheesy, flavorful Mexican-style macaroni and cheese!

Let's cook with our recipes!

BAKED MEXICAN MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Olé! Reduced-fat ingredients make indulging in mac and cheese almost guilt free.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 2/3 cups uncooked penne pasta (8 oz)
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 cups Yoplait® Fat Free plain yogurt (from 2-lb container)
4 oz light process American cheese product loaf (from deli), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican 4-cheese blend (4 oz)
1/4 cup Progresso™ plain bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package; set aside.
  • In 3-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, mustard, salt, pepper and garlic; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender. Stir in flour. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is bubbly. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in yogurt, stirring constantly. Gently stir in cheeses; stir in pasta. Pour into ungreased 2-quart casserole. Sprinkle with bread crumbs.
  • Bake uncovered about 25 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 890 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

MEXICAN MACARONI AND CHEESE



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For a classic casserole with a little more grown-up taste, give our Test Kitchen's zesty macaroni and cheese a try.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese, divided
2 tablespoons chopped jalapeno pepper
1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in lime juice. Stir in 1-1/2 cups cheddar cheese and 1 cup pepper Jack cheese until melted. , Remove from the heat. Stir in the jalapeno, chili powder and salt. Drain macaroni; add to cheese sauce and toss to coat. , Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Top with remaining cheeses; sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts :

MEXICAN-STYLE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 package macaroni and cheese mix
1 tablespoon Mexican seasonings
3/4 cup Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Make macaroni and cheese according to package directions. Transfer to a medium-size baking dish or casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle Mexican seasonings over top of macaroni and cheese. Sprinkle cheese blend over top to cover. Place in oven and bake for 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted.

MEXICAN MAC-N-CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 red pepper, seeded, cut into 1/4-inch dice
4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons chile powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 all-purpose flour
4 cups milk, cold
2 cups shredded cheddar
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack
1/2 cup scallions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound mini rigatoni, cooked al dente according to package directions
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese, for garnish
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, minced, for garnish
1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, drained, minced, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Add the butter, corn, onions, red peppers, garlic and 1 teaspoon of salt to a medium saucepot set over medium-high heat. Saute until the onions are translucent, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the cumin, chile powder, cayenne pepper and flour and cook, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon, to make a roux, 3 to 4 minutes. Pour in the cold milk in a steady stream, stirring vigorously until the mixture is smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until starting to thicken, 8 to 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the cheddar and Monterey Jack. Cook until the sauce is smooth and creamy, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the scallions, pepper and rigatoni and mix well to combine.
  • Pour the into a 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish. Sprinkle the panko evenly over the top and cover with foil. Bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling. Remove to a cooling rack and let rest for 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Garnish with the cotija, jalapeno and cilantro. Serve immediately.

CHEESEBURGER CASSEROLE



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Easy to make cheeseburger casserole, pasta needs no boiling!

Provided by the4taals

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Noodles

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ pound ground beef
2 medium (2-1/2" dia)s onions, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with herbs, undrained
2 cups elbow macaroni
1 cup frozen corn
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 pinch ground black pepper to taste
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Generously grease an 8-cup baking dish. Place baking dish on a cookie sheet.
  • Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef and onions until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain off fat.
  • Drain liquid from canned tomatoes into a 4-cup measuring cup, adding water if needed, to make 2 1/2 cups of liquid. Add juice, tomatoes, macaroni, corn, bell pepper, garlic, soy sauce, chili powder, Italian seasoning, and pepper to the beef mixture; bring to a boil.
  • Pour 1/2 of the beef mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup of Mexican cheese, add remainder of beef mixture, and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake, covered, in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove cover and bake for another 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.6 calories, Carbohydrate 43.5 g, Cholesterol 66.7 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 743.5 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

MEXICAN MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Mexican Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (7 1/4 ounce) package macaroni & cheese dinner mix (OR equivalent prepared macaroni and cheese)
1 lb ground turkey
1 green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups whole kernel corn (frozen or canned)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce (unsalted, if watching your sodium)
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare M&C dinner as directed.
  • Brown meat, celery, green pepper and onion; cook until tender.
  • Stir in corn, tomato sauce, chili powder, and pepper.
  • Add M&C dinner; mix well.
  • Heat through on top of stove or pour into 2 quart casserole; bake at 350F for 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.4, Fat 12.5, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 96.9, Sodium 1097.7, Carbohydrate 58.2, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 11.1, Protein 31.6

Tips:

  • Use high-quality cheese. A blend of cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Oaxaca cheese will give you the best flavor and texture.
  • Cook the macaroni al dente. This means that it should be slightly firm to the bite.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. You want them to be tender but still have a little bit of crunch.
  • Use a flavorful salsa. A medium or hot salsa will give your dish a nice kick.
  • Top with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include sour cream, guacamole, Pico de Gallo, and cilantro.

Conclusion:

This Mexican-style macaroni and cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting macaroni and cheese recipe, give this one a try.

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