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recipe taco mac
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This Chipotle-Infused Taco Mac is a comforting casserole combining smoky, spicy Tex-Mex flavors with creamy, cheesy goodness. A crispy tortilla crumb topping adds delightful texture, making it perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
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- 250g elbow macaroni
- 400g ground beef (halal-certified)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes, drained
- 0.5 cup vegetable broth (or halal beef broth)
- 200g sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 100g pepper jack cheese, grated
- 120ml heavy cream
- 1 tsp chipotle in adobo puree (halal-certified)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 corn tortillas, cut into squares
- 1 tsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp sour cream (or plain yogurt)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook Macaroni: Boil macaroni until *al dente*, drain, and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Brown Beef: Brown ground beef, drain excess grease.
- Spice It Up: Season beef with chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne (optional), salt, and pepper.
- Simmer Sauce: Add tomatoes and broth; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Craft Cheese Sauce: Simmer cream and chipotle; whisk in cheeses until smooth.
- Combine & Layer: Combine macaroni, beef, and half the cheese sauce; top with remaining sauce.
- Prepare Crumb: Toss tortilla squares with oil and paprika; bake until crispy and crush.
- Top & Bake: Sprinkle crumb over mac and cheese; bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Make Crema: Whisk sour cream, lime juice, and cilantro.
- Rest & Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes; drizzle with crema and serve.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use halal beef broth. Ensure tortillas are spread in a single layer for even crisping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg