Organic Beef & Green Pepper Mac & Cheese
with a Crispy Panko Topping
Organic Beef & Green Pepper Mac & Cheese
Creamy macaroni and cheese gets a hearty boost from organic beef and green pepper, then bakes under a crisp panko topping for extra texture and flavor.
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
- 10 ounce Organic Ground Beef
- ½ cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- ½ cup Pepper Jack Cheese
- 1 tablespoon Southwest Spice Blend
Additional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 1 teaspoon Cooking Oil
- 2 teaspoon Olive Oil
- Pepper
- Salt

American
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DifficultyEasy
Prep Time5m
Total Time30m
Calories1390
Protein58g
Carbs94g
Fat86g
Tags:
Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
⚠️Allergens:
🥛Milk🌾WheatSwaps and substitutions
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta and crumbs in place of the wheat-based pasta and topping. To reduce dairy, choose dairy-free cream, cream cheese, and shreddable cheese alternatives that melt well; for beef-free, use a plant-based crumble.
What to serve with it
Serve with a crisp green salad or steamed broccoli to balance the rich pasta and add freshness. Garlic bread or roasted vegetables also work well if you want a more filling, comfort-food spread.
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