Add some spice to everyone’s favorite comfort food. This mac & cheese has a Southwestern accent from the Monterey Jack cheese, green chiles and Southwest Seasoning.

Makes 10 servings.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes

Nutritional Information

For 1 serving
Calories: 467
Sodium: 422mg
Fat: 19g
Carbohydrates: 53g
Cholesterol: 55mg
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 21g

Southwestern Mac & Cheese

Ingredients

1 pound pasta, such as medium shells or penne
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
1/4 cup flour
1 tablespoon McCormick® Gourmet Collection Southwest Seasoning
1 1/2 teaspoons McCormick® Gourmet Collection Mustard, Ground
5 cups milk
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
1 can (4 1/2 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 1/2 cups panko (Japanese bread crumbs)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package for al dente pasta. Rinse under cold water; drain well.

2. Melt butter in same saucepan on medium heat. Sprinkle with flour and spices. Cook and stir 2 minute or until well blended. Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Stirring constantly, cook 3 minutes or until sauce starts to thicken. Stir in cheeses until melted and smooth. Remove from heat. Add pasta, tomatoes and chiles; toss gently to coat. Pour into greased 13x9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle panko evenly over top.

3. Bake 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

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