CREAMY Smoked Hatch Chile Mac and Cheese | Hatch Chile Recipes

smoked cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: regular cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while still providing creaminess.

Hatch chiles

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: canned green chiles

Canned green chiles are more accessible and budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat alternative.

elbow macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: any pasta shape

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber and nutrients.

Cook 1 lb elbow macaroni until al dente; drain and set aside.

In a wide pan over low heat, add 4 cups heavy cream.

Add 2 lbs American cheese to the cream and let it melt.

Add 1 cup diced Hatch chiles to the sauce.

Stir in 1/2 teaspoon cumin and 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder.

Add sharp white cheddar to the sauce and melt until combined.

Layer half of the cooked macaroni in a foil pan, pour in half of the cheese sauce, and add some pepper jack cheese for layering.

Add the remaining macaroni and pour the rest of the cheese sauce over it.

Place the foil pan in a smoker at 225°F for about 45 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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