One Pot Mexican Mac and Cheese with Homemade Cheese Sauce Recipe
A Unique Mexican Mac and Cheese Recipe
Homemade cheddar cheese sauce mixed with pasta that is cooked in broth, rotel, and pantry essential spices. This Mexican Mac and Cheese dinner recipe is a family favorite that can be paired with a side or act as a side. No judgement! It is family friendly and delicious on many levels.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all purpose flour
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 cup cheese (mexican blend and/or cheddar)
- 2 tbsp cream cheese (optional)
- black pepper (optional)
Directions
- Heat a saucepan on medium heat and add the butter to it. After it melts, add the all-purpose flour and whisk until golden brown.
- Once the flour cooks through, add the black pepper + milk and continue to whisk until it comes to a boil and becomes smooth.
- Remove the pot from the heat and add the cheese. Continue to whisk until the cheese is completely melted. Set it aside once melted.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 184g | |
| Recipe makes 2 servings | |
| Calories 445 | |
| Calories from Fat 325 | 73% |
| Total Fat 36.47g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat 22.56g | 90% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 113mg | 38% |
| Sodium 514mg | 21% |
| Potassium 212mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs 11.78g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugars 6.26g | 4% |
| Protein 18.09g | 29% |
