Jalapeño Popper Macaroni Salad Recipe
This Jalapeño Popper Macaroni Salad Recipe is a delightful twist on the classic macaroni salad, incorporating the spicy kick of roasted jalapeños and the creamy richness of cream cheese. With the added crunch of bacon and the sharpness of cheddar cheese, it’s a perfect side dish for any gathering or barbecue!
Ingredients:
Roasted Jalapeños:
– 5 Large Jalapeños (tops, seeds, and veins removed)
– Olive Oil
– Salt/Pepper
Macaroni Salad:
– 8 ounces Dry Elbow Macaroni (cooked according to package instructions)
– 2 ounces Cream Cheese (softened and cubed)
– 6-8 ounces Bacon (cooked and chopped)
– 4 ounces Mild Cheddar Cheese (cut into small cubes)
– ⅓ Cup Mayonnaise
– ¼ Cup Sour Cream
– ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
– ¼ teaspoon Onion Powder
– Ground Pepper (to taste)
1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Toss jalapeños with just enough olive oil to lightly coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3. Roast jalapeños on a rimmed baking sheet for 10 minutes. Let cool, then chop.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked macaroni and cubed cream cheese while the pasta is still slightly warm. Let cool.
5. Add chopped bacon, cubed cheddar cheese, mayo, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, ground pepper, and chopped jalapeños to the cooled macaroni mixture.
6. Gently toss until all ingredients are evenly distributed and coated with the creamy dressing.
7. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container until ready to serve.
Nutrition:
– Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings:
