Chorizo Mac & Cheese

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A Recipe by El Popular

Say “Chorizo”! No childhood is complete without macaroni and cheese, but with adulthood comes the urge to try new things and add some flare to the mundane. This Chorizo Mac & Cheese recipe uses El Popular Chorizo to delight your grown-up palette while satisfying your inner child.

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  • Prep Time: 20 mins

  • Cook Time: 20 mins

  • Makes: 8 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 package (12 oz.) El Popular “Mild” Chorizo

  • 2 tsp flour

  • 2 1/2 cups water

  • 4 cups milk

  • 16 oz. uncooked short pasta such as cavatappi or elbow macaroni

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

  • 1/4 tsp onion powder

  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1/4 tsp pepper

  • 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese

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  • If pressed for time, our Chorizo works great mixed in with any brand of easy stovetop mac and cheese.

Directions

  • Place the chorizo in a large pan, and cook over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes. Remove the chorizo from the pan and drain. Add back 2 tsp of the fat into the pan.

  • Add the flour, then whisk until combined, about 30 seconds. Pour in the water and whisk until smooth and just thickened. Add the milk and whisk until combined.

  • Stir in the pasta, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika and pepper, then bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is done.

  • Turn the heat to low, then stir in the cheddar cheese. Keep stirring until the sauce is smooth. If you need to thin the sauce, add more milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

  • Stir in the chorizo, and sprinkle some on top. Top with more cheese for a melty finish.

  • Serve.

Chorizo 101

  • Chorizo is a spicy sausage believed to have come from Ancient Rome and later adopted by the Spaniards who brought it to Mexico.

  • Unlike Spanish Chorizo — Mexican style is soft, raw, uncured, and uncooked.

  • Similar to how Americans view bacon, Chorizo is a versatile ingredient one can use to enhance any dish!

Directions

  • Remove casing from Chorizo links.

  • Place desired amount in a non-stick skillet.

  • Break-up Chorizo while cooking at medium heat.

  • Sauté for 7-8 minutes until the Chorizo is fully cooked or the internal temperature has reached 165 degrees (F).

  • Enjoy on or in any dish.

Chorizo 101

  • Chorizo is a spicy sausage believed to have come from Ancient Rome and later adopted by the Spaniards who brought it to Mexico.

  • Unlike Spanish Chorizo — Mexican style is soft and comes raw, uncured, and uncooked.

  • Similar to how Americans view bacon, Chorizo is a versatile ingredient one can use to enhance any dish!

Directions

  • Remove casing from Chorizo links.

  • Place desired amount in a non-stick skillet.

  • Break-up Chorizo while cooking at medium heat.

  • Sauté for 7-8 minutes until the Chorizo is fully cooked or the internal temperature has reached 165 degrees (F).

  • Enjoy on or in any dish.

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