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Spicy Buffalo Macaroni Casserole

Spicy Buffalo Macaroni Casserole: Comfort Food with a Kick

This Spicy Buffalo Macaroni Casserole combines creamy macaroni and cheese with the fiery zest of buffalo sauce, making it a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 8 ounces Elbow Macaroni Can substitute with penne, rotini, or shells.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Can substitute with chicken or plant-based protein.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust for spice preference.
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce Select mild if preferred.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Full-fat recommended.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded.
For the Garnish
  • 2 Green Onions Sliced.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • baking dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Steps
  1. Cook the macaroni in boiling salted water for 7-8 minutes until al dente, then drain.
  2. Sauté the onion in olive oil until soft, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Brown the turkey in the skillet for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
  4. Season the turkey mixture with salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne, then stir in buffalo sauce and simmer.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix in cream cheese, cheddar, and mozzarella until melted.
  6. Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until evenly coated.
  7. Transfer to a baking dish and bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
  8. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cooking the macaroni al dente prevents it from becoming mushy after baking. Adjust spice levels to your preference.

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