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Mexican Mac and Cheese Casserole Recipe

A delicious twist on classic mac and cheese with a Mexican flair.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Saucepan

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1 cup Sour cream
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes with green chilies drained
  • 1 lb Ground beef
  • 1 packet Taco seasoning
  • 1 cup Crushed tortilla chips

Instructions: 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  • Add the taco seasoning and water according to the seasoning packet instructions. Simmer for a few minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, ground beef mixture, diced tomatoes with green chilies, milk, sour cream, and 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese. Mix well.
  • Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Top with the remaining shredded cheese and crushed tortilla chips.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes:

This casserole is perfect for a family dinner or a potluck. You can also add some jalapeños for extra heat.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Casserole, Mac and Cheese, Mexican
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