Queso Mac and Cheese
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Prep time: 2 mins
Cook time: 20 mins
Total time: 22 mins
Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 2 cups ruffled pasta
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 cup reduced-fat pepper jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk, depending on desired sauce consistency
  • Salt and pepper
  • Fresh cilantro anto garnish
Preparation
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the noodles. Cook until al-dente and drain.
  2. Meanwhile, melt butter in a heavy-bottom sauce pan. Add the flour and whisk 1-2 minutes. Slowly add the vegetable stock, 1/4 cup at a time, whisking in between each addition.
  3. Add the cumin and ancho chili powder and cook 2-3 minutes to allow sauce to thicken.
  4. Add the cheeses and whisk again until smooth. Add the desired amount of milk (more for a thinner sauce.) Pour cheese sauce over the pasta. Garnish with cilantro. Serve immediately.
 
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Recipe by Mom de Cuisine at http://momdecuisine.net/2012/09/05/queso-mac-and-cheese/