Macaroni and Cheese with Chipotle and Chorizo

Prep 10 min
Total 30 min
Ingredients 9
Servings 6

Who doesn’t love macaroni and cheese? It’s creamy, has a delicious homemade flavor and it’s super easy to make. This Mexican style macaroni and cheese is no exception. The chipotle chili in adobo adds a touch of spice and, with a little bit of chorizo, you can serve it as a side or main dish. Treat your family to this delicious dish tonight. MORE + LESS -

Ingredients

oz Mexican chorizo

cups water

oz elbow or shell macaroni, uncooked

teaspoon salt

3/4

cup milk

3/4

cup crema mexicana or sour cream

chipotle chili in adobo

tablespoons butter

1-1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese

Directions

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1

Sauté the chorizo in a nonstick frying pan on medium heat, until it’s completely cooked. Remove from heat and let cool.
2

Boil the 6 cups of water on a medium-sized pot on high heat. Add pasta and salt. Reduce heat to medium and cook pasta for 8-10 minutes or until it’s al dente. Remove from heat and strain carefully.
3

Blend milk and crema mexicana with the chipotle chili until everything is completely processed. Melt butter in a pot on medium-low heat. Pour milk mixture over butter and add cheese, stir until the cheese melts. Season to taste. Add cook pasta and chorizo, and stir until everything is well combined.
4

Serve and enjoy!

Expert Tips

Try making this recipe with spaghetti or linguini for a fun dish that the kids will enjoy.

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Who doesn’t love macaroni and cheese? It’s creamy, has a delicious homemade flavor and it’s super easy to make. This Mexican style macaroni and cheese is no exception. The chipotle chili in adobo adds a touch of spice and, with a little bit of chorizo, you can serve it as a side or main dish. Treat your family to this delicious dish tonight.