- Ingredients
2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
1 Tablespoon minced garlic
2 Teaspoons Fresh thyme
1 tablespoon jalapenos pepper minced seeded
1 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 cup finely diced onion
1 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cup diced tomatoes see notes 4
1 cup evaporated milk
4 ounce or more mozzarella cheese grated
4 ounce or more sharp cheddar cheese grated
Salt Creole preferably(adjust to taste)
1/2 - 1 teaspoon white pepper (adjust to taste)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
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Cook macaroni according to package directions. Be sure to salt water before cooking.
Heat a wok over medium heat, add butter and saute garlic and onions until golden brown.
Stir in thyme, Jalapeno pepper, smoked paprika, beef salt and pepper.
Add 2 tablespoons of flour to the sauce after 5- 7 minutes.
Add in the tomatoes and continue to cook for about 2-3 minutes.
Gently add the pasta followed by milk and stir continuously.
Taste for salt and add the remaining cheese.
Transfer to a greased 2-quart baking dish or 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese.
Bake, uncovered, at 350° F for about 20 -30 minutes or until casserole is heated through. And top is slightly brown.
Remove then let it rest for a few minutes and serve when it is still piping hot.