Mexican-Style Baked Mac and Cheese
This Mexican style baked mac and cheese adds Mexican chorizo for a delicious meal that you won't forget.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time1 hour hr
Total Time1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer, dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican, Tex-Mex
Keyword: mac and cheese
Servings: 20 1/2 cup portions
Calories: 264kcal
- 1 lb Macaroni Pasta
- 3 Tbsp Butter
- 3 Tbsp Flour
- 4 Cups Milk
- 1 Tsp Salt
- 5 Cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 Cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1/2 lb Mexican Chorizo
- 1/2 Tbsp Garlic Powder
Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions.
In a large pot, melt the butter of medium heat.
Add the flour and stir for 1-2 minutes.
Add the milk, salt, and garlic powder and stir well.
Bring to a boil, stirring constantly and then reduce the heat.
Simmer for 2-4 minutes or until the sauce begins to thicken.
Stir in 4 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
Add the cooked macaroni and mix well.
Cook the Mexican chorizo separately and add to the macaroni and cheese mixture.
Add a layer of the mac and cheese mix to an oven safe dish, and top with half of the mozzarella cheese. Continue with another layer of mac and cheese and top with remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
Bake at 375 degree fahrenheit for 30 - 40 minutes.
Serving: 11/2 cup portion | Calories: 264kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 364mg | Potassium: 149mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 452IU | Calcium: 292mg | Iron: 1mg