Fiery Fusion: The Ultimate Spicy Mac N Cheese Experience
This Spicy Mac N Cheese features a creamy, cheesy sauce infused with chili flakes and spices. Made with cheddar, mozzarella, and a hint of tomato paste, it's a flavorful twist on the classic comfort food
Equipment
- 1 Skillet or frying pan
- 2 Pot for boiling pasta
- 3 Strainer or colander
Ingredients
- - 1 tablespoon butter
- - 1 teaspoon olive oil
- - 1 small onion finely chopped
- - 4-5 garlic cloves minced
- - 1/3 cup tomato paste
- - 1/2 teaspoon salt
- - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- - 2 teaspoons chili flakes
- - 1 teaspoon chili powder
- - 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- - 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- - 1/2 cup milk
- - 1 tablespoon cream cheese
- - 1/2 cup heavy cream
- - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- - Fresh coriander or parsley for garnish
- - 4 ounces 115 grams macaroni
Instructions
Heat the Pan:
- - In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat until the butter melts and the oil is hot.
Sauté Onions and Garlic:
- - Add 1 small finely chopped onion to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes. Add 4-5 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add Tomato Paste:
- - Stir in 1/3 cup of tomato paste and cook for 2-4 minutes, allowing it to slightly caramelize and blend with the onions and garlic.
Season the Sauce:
- - Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 2 teaspoons chili flakes, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon oregano. Mix well to combine.
Make the Sauce Creamy:
- - Pour in 1/2 cup milk and add 1 tablespoon of cream cheese. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Add Cheeses:
- - Gradually stir in 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Continue stirring until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
Cook the Macaroni:
- - Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook 4 ounces (115 grams) of macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Combine Pasta and Sauce:
- - Add the cooked macaroni to the sauce. Gently stir to coat the pasta evenly. Simmer on low heat for about 1 minute to let the flavors meld together.
Finish and Serve:
- - Top with additional shredded mozzarella cheese if desired, and garnish with fresh coriander or parsley. Optionally, sprinkle extra chili flakes for additional heat. Serve hot and enjoy.