Hatch Green Chile Mac and Cheese

5 from 4 votes

Hatch Green Chile Mac and Cheese is a delicious homemade pasta recipe! A great American side dish for a summer BBQ, southern soul food, or a versatile side. Creamy white cheddar sauce with roasted peppers.

Cook Time25

Total Time25

Cuisine: American

Course: Side Dish

Servings: servings

Calories: 232kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

1 pound pasta shape of choice
4 Tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup all purpose flour
½ Tablespoon green chile powder optional
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
dash cayenne pepper
8 ounces diced green chiles heat level of choice
2 cups whole milk
1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded pepperjack cheese (or Monterey jack)

Instructions

In a large pot of boiling water, cook the pasta as per package directions for al dente.
When done, drain and set aside.
1 pound pasta
Put the pot back on the stove over medium heat to make the sauce in. Add the butter.
4 Tablespoons unsalted butter
When the butter has melted, add the flour, green chile powder (if using), garlic powder, salt, and cayenne.
Mix and cook until fragrant and the flour is turning a very light tan, about 2-3 minutes.
¼ cup all purpose flour, ½ Tablespoon green chile powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, dash cayenne pepper
Add the diced green chiles and milk. Bring to a simmer for it to heat through.
8 ounces diced green chiles, 2 cups whole milk
Add the cheeses and stir until melted. Season to taste as desired.
1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese, 1 cup shredded pepperjack cheese
Remove from heat. Add the pasta and stir to coat. Serve.

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