Lone Star Green Pepper Mac & Cheese
with a Crispy Panko Topping
Lone Star Green Pepper Mac & Cheese
Creamy macaroni and cheese gets a Texan twist with green pepper for a savory kick, finished with a crisp panko topping for extra golden crunch.
Ingredients
For 2 servings
- 6 ounce Cavatappi Pasta
- 2 tablespoon Cream Cheese
- 8 ounce Cream Sauce Base
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 unit Long Green Pepper
- ½ cup Mexican Cheese Blend
- ¼ cup Monterey Jack Cheese
- ½ cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- ½ cup Pepper Jack Cheese
- 1 tablespoon Southwest Spice Blend
- 1 unit Tomato
Additional Ingredients
- Butter
- Olive Oil
- Pepper
- Salt
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DifficultyEasy
Prep Time5m
Total Time30m
Calories1090
Protein33g
Carbs96g
Fat62g
Tags:
VeggieProtein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyEasy Prep
⚠️Allergens:
🥛Milk🌾WheatSwaps and substitutions
For a vegetarian-friendly version, keep it as is and add extra vegetables like sautéed mushrooms or corn alongside. To avoid dairy or wheat, use plant-based cheese and a gluten-free pasta with GF breadcrumbs.
What to serve with it
Serve with a simple green salad or steamed broccoli to balance the rich, cheesy pasta. Warm tortillas, grilled chicken, or black beans also make it a fuller Tex-Mex style meal.
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