CAJUN MAC AND CHEESE

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 ounces andouille sausage, diced
2 bunches scallions, thinly sliced
Kosher salt
12 ounces wagon-wheel pasta
1 bell pepper (red or green), chopped
1 tablespoon Cajun spice blend
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 1 minute less than the label directs. Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water, then drain the pasta. Meanwhile, combine the olive oil and sausage in a large skillet over high heat and cook, stirring, until the sausage starts to brown, about 2 minutes. Stir in the scallions and bell pepper and cook until the vegetables are slightly soft, about 3 more minutes. Add the Cajun spice and flour and cook, stirring, 2 more minutes. Gradually whisk in the milk and continue whisking until the sauce is thick and smooth, about 5 more minutes. Add the pasta, cheese and reserved cooking water to the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook, tossing to coat the pasta in the sauce and melt the cheese, about 1 minute.

Niruta P Magar
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This is my go-to recipe for mac and cheese. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Hero Pakistani
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I made this mac and cheese for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


chervy
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken or sausage.


Carter Baggett
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I'm not a big fan of bell peppers, so I omitted them from the recipe. It was still delicious!


Mbali Elliot
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This is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Mark Routt
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


Rock Air
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This mac and cheese is amazing! I love the combination of cheese and Cajun spices.


Chichi Sisilia
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This recipe is a bit too spicy for my taste. Next time, I'll use less Cajun seasoning.


EsCa NoR
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my mac and cheese turned out dry and crumbly. Not sure what went wrong.


Gul sher Panhwar
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This is the best mac and cheese I've ever had! The cheese sauce is so smooth and creamy, and the Cajun seasoning gives it a perfect kick. I will definitely be making this again.


Only Ptm
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but this mac and cheese was surprisingly mild. The Cajun seasoning adds a nice flavor without being overpowering.


Joseph Olutusin
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious. My kids gobble it up!


ALAIMIN Khan
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Creamy, cheesy, and packed with Cajun flavor, this mac and cheese is a hit with the whole family! The addition of bell peppers and Andouille sausage gives it a unique twist that everyone loves.