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Put two things kids love in one pan – tacos and mac ‘n cheese! McCormick® Taco Seasoning Mix brings bold, southwestern flavor to ground beef and an extra-creamy Perfect Cheese Sauce. Bake until bubbly and top with lettuce, tomatoes and sour cream. Recipe created by two-time "Chopped" champ, Chef James Briscione. He brings creativity to the table with bold flavors and spices in his new Food Network cooking show, "Man Crafted."
Ingredients
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8 SERVINGS
- 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp. taco seasoning mix (reserve remaining seasoning in package)
- 3 cups milk (heated)
- 4 oz. cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 2 lb. lean ground beef
- 1 pkg. taco seasoning mix (plus remainder of package reserved from Perfect Cheese Sauce)
- 1 lb. elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomato
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Directions
- For the Perfect Cheese Sauce, melt the butter in a medium saucepot over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring often, until a thick paste forms and turns golden brown. Stir in the taco seasoning and cook 30 seconds more.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, adding 1 cup at a time. Allow the mixture to come to a simmer before adding the next. It will be extremely thick at first and will thin with each addition. When all the milk is added bring the sauce to a simmer and cook 5 more minutes. Whisk in the cream cheese.
- Remove the sauce from the heat. Add the Cheddar and Parmesan and whisk until smooth. The sauce keeps refrigerated for up to 2 weeks or frozen for 6 months. If using from cold, carefully bring the sauce back to a boil before serving.
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730Calories
Sodium
Fat
Carbs
Fiber
Potassium
Calories730Calories from Fat310 |
% DAILY VALUE |
Total Fat34g52% |
Saturated Fat18g90% |
Trans Fat |
Cholesterol155mg52% |
Sodium820mg34% |
Potassium890mg25% |
Protein49g |
Calories from Fat310 |
% DAILY VALUE |
Total Carbohydrate56g19% |
Dietary Fiber3g12% |
Sugars10g |
Vitamin A30% |
Vitamin C10% |
Calcium50% |
Iron25% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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