Spicy Three Cheese Baked Macaroni 🧀🌶️
Cook Time: 45 minutes | Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour
Calories: 510.4 | Fat Content: 29.7g | Saturated Fat Content: 17.4g
Cholesterol Content: 193.3mg | Sodium Content: 782.8mg
Carbohydrate Content: 29g | Fiber Content: 1.1g | Sugar Content: 1.5g
Protein Content: 30.8g
Description:
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of our Spicy Three Cheese Baked Macaroni recipe! This mouthwatering dish combines the richness of three cheeses with a spicy kick that’ll leave your taste buds dancing. Perfect for potlucks, weeknight dinners, or anytime you’re craving comfort food with a twist.
Ingredients:
- 1 packet herb stuffing mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon Cajun spice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spray a 13×9-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Sprinkle the herb stuffing mix into the dish to form a crust-like base.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, grated Parmesan cheese, milk, Cajun spice, salt, and shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses until well combined.
- Add the cooked elbow macaroni to the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the cheese mixture over the top of the macaroni, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
- Fold in the remainder of the herb stuffing mix for added texture and flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-45 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Serve hot and enjoy the irresistible blend of cheesy goodness and spicy flavors!
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less Cajun spice according to your preference.
- For a crispy topping, broil the dish for the last few minutes of baking.
- This dish pairs perfectly with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.
