Bacon and Roasted Jalapeño Mac and Cheese
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces short pasta, like penne or elbow
- 2 jalapeños more or less
- 6 slices thick bacon
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 8 ounces sharp white cheddar shredded
- salt
Instructions
- Lay the slices of bacon on a sheet pan along with the whole jalapeños. Roast in a 400 degree oven for 20 minutes. Once the jalapeños have cooled, remove the seeds and stems and any of the skin that is loose. Mince them very finely and place in a bowl for later. Chop the bacon as large or finely as you would like. Place in a bowl. Fill a large pot with water and add a couple tablespoons of salt. Bring it to a boil then add the pasta. Boil as long as specified on the package and drain. While the pasta is boiling, prepare the sauce. Pour the cream into a large pan with the minced jalapeños and 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to a simmer and reduce for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the cheese and stir until melted. Taste and add more salt if needed. Toss the pasta in the sauce and top with the chopped bacon.