SPICY MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH SAUSAGE

Spicy Macaroni and Cheese with Sausage image

Provided by Carolyn Haas

Categories Pasta

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, grated or minced
1 Tbsp jarred jalapeno slices, minced
1/2 tsp coriander
1 tsp cumin
1 1/2 Tbsp grapeseed oil (or other oil)
1 1/2 Tbsp flour
3/4 c half and half
1 c milk
1 medium head cauliflower, separated into florets
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper, or to taste
6 oz smoked turkey sausage, sliced
1/2 lb pasta of choice
6 oz velveeta cheese, cubed
1 Tbsp panko bread crumbs
1 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease 2 quart casserole dish. Set aside.
2. Cook pasta and cauliflower in salted boiling water until done. Drain, set aside.
3. Slice turkey sausage, saute until browned. Set aside.
4. In a large pot, heat oil and saute onion, garlic and jalapeno until onion has softened. Add coriander, cumin and cayenne.
5. Stir in flour and cook for about 3 minutes. Add milk mixture slowly. Add cheese. Stir until cheese melts and mixture thickens.
6. Add cooked pasta and cauliflower and the sausage to cheese mixture. Stir to mix.
7. Transfer mixture to casserole dish. Top with crumbs and parmesan. Bake for 20-30 minutes until crumbs are browned. Let sit for a few minutes before serving.