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Macaroni and Cheese With Jalapenos takes 10 minutes to prepare.

Macaroni and Cheese With Jalapenos takes 23 minutes to cook.

Macaroni and Cheese With Jalapenos makes 8 servings.

The ingredients for Macaroni and Cheese With Jalapenos are:

2 tbs butter, unsalted
1/2 onion, minced
2 tbs flour
3 c. skim milk
2 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Salt & Pepper to taste
12 oz elbow macaroni
1/4 c. jalapenos, chopped
2 oz prosciutto or ham
1/2 c. bread crumbs
1/4 c. parmesan cheese, grated

Here is how you make Macaroni and Cheese With Jalapenos:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft and translucent (but not browned), about 3 minutes. Add the flour and stir to incorporate into the butter. Pour the milk in a few tablespoons at a time, using a whisk to incorporate the flour and prevent lumps from forming. When all te milk has been added, allow the sauce to simmer for 10 minutes, until it begins to thicken. Stir in the cheese and season with salt and pepper.Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, drain, and return to the pot. Add the cheese sauce, jalapenos, and prosciutto and stir to fully incorporate. Pour the mixture into a large baking dish. Top with the bread crumbs and sprinkle with parmesan. Bake for 10 minutes. Turn on the broiler and broil until the bread crumbs are golden brown and crispy, about another 3 minutes.Serving Size: Serves 8 equal portionsNumber of Servings: 8Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user MANKIE87.

The nutritional information for Macaroni and Cheese With Jalapenos is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 8
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 365.3

• Total Fat: 15.0 g
• Cholesterol: 40.7 mg
• Sodium: 462.6 mg
• Total Carbs: 44.5 g
• Dietary Fiber: 5.1 g
• Protein: 18.9 g