Kick It up a Notch Macaroni and Cheese

• elbow macaroni↗1 box

  (16 ounce)

• butter↗1⁄2 cup

  (softened)

• evaporated milk↗1 can

  (13 ounce)

• sharp cheddar cheese↗1 package

  (16 ounce)

• mild cheddar cheese↗1 package

  (8 ounce)

• Velveeta cheese↗1 box

  (16 ounce)

• jalapeno peppers↗1 can

  chopped

• salt and pepper

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cook elbow noodles according to directions.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking cut 16 oz block of cheese into small cubes and slice the Velveeta into pieces.

3. 3

   Drain the pasta when done, do not rinse.

4. 4

   Return the pasta to the pot; add butter, milk, cheese cubes and slices to the hot pasta. Mix well until the Velveeta is melted.

5. 5

   The mixture will be soupy and the cubes of cheese will not be melted completely.

6. 6

   Add the peppers and salt and pepper to taste.

7. 7

   Pour in baking dish. Cover with the 8 oz of cheddar that has been shredded.

8. 8

   Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes. Top should be browned and pasta should be set.