Creamy, spicy, decadent White Queso Mac and Cheese is the adult version of its classic counterpart. A kicked up version of classic mac and cheese perfect for date night or when you just want something a little more special. 

White Queso Mac and Cheese

 Happy Valentine’s Day! 

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White Queso Mac and Cheese

This creamy, decadent, cheesy pasta is a favorite around our house, whether I’m whipping up a batch for two, or for the entire family.

It’s also great as a side dish paired with almost anything, but for Valentine’s Day?

Whip it up as a side dish with a steak and salad and you have a wonderful, complete meal that will melt your Valentine’s heart.

Did I mention it was easy? It really is.

And it’s all done on the stovetop which is where I always get my creamiest, cheesiest mac and cheese!

White Queso Mac and Cheese

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White Queso Mac and Cheese

Nicole Cook
Creamy, spicy, decadent White Queso Mac and Cheese is the adult version of its classic counterpart. A kicked up version of classic mac and cheese perfect for date night or when you just want something a little more special. 
4.76 from 25 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 900 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup elbow pasta uncooked
  • 1 Tablespoons canola oil
  • ¼ cup onion finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and finely chopped
  • ¼ cup red bell pepper seeded and finely chopped
  • 6 ounces white American cheese shredded
  • 4 ounces pepper jack cheese shredded
  • ½ cup milk

Instructions
 

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • Heat the canola oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Toss in the finely chopped onion, finely chopped red bell pepper and the finely chopped jalapeño. Saute for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft.
  • Lower the heat to medium-low.
  • Add a little of both cheeses to the pan and add about ¼ cup of the milk.
  • Whisk until the cheese is completely melted.
  • Mix in the rest of the milk and whisk until smooth and melted.
  • If you’d like your sauce a bit thinner, add more milk until you get the right consistency.
  • Pour the Queso Cheese Sauce over the macaroni and serve immediately!

Nutrition

Calories: 900kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 41gFat: 54gSaturated Fat: 28gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 1916mgPotassium: 489mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 2050IUVitamin C: 26mgCalcium: 1409mgIron: 2mg
Keyword easy pasta dishes, recipes for two
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27 Comments

  1. Your recipe confirms the reasons why I love mac n cheese . . . . the queso will be devoured by my family!!!!! and in seconds!

  2. Your recipe confirms the reasons why I love mac n cheese . . . . the queso will be devoured by my family!!!!! and in seconds!

  3. I have a love affair with mac and cheese! SO it is perfect for me on Valentines day 🙂

  4. Your recipe confirms the reasons why I love mac n cheese . . . . the queso will be devoured by my family!!!!! and in seconds!

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