Jalapeño macaroni cheese
British veg and cheese make this classic comfort food shine
Serves 2 people /
Prep 5 mins /
Cook 15 mins
Ingredients
120g macaroni
50g Co-op British cauliflower
40g Co-op British purple sprouting broccoli, halved
25g Co-op unsalted butter
1 tbsp Co-op plain flour
300ml Co-op semi-skimmed milk
1/2 tsp mustard
50g Co-op Irresistible Somerset vintage Cheddar, grated
6 Co-op British piccolo tomatoes, halved
2 tbsp jalapeños, chopped
Pinch paprika;
Method
Cook the macaroni according to the pack instructions, adding the veg to the pan for the last 2 mins of cookingMeanwhile, melt the butter in a frying pan and add the flour, stirring for 2 mins, until thick
Gradually whisk in the milk, and continue to simmer until you have a creamy white sauce
Stir in the mustard and half the grated cheese, then season to taste
Add the pasta, veg and tomatoes to the pan and stir together
Spoon into an ovenproof dish and sprinkle with the jalapeños, the rest of the cheese and the paprika
Cook under a hot grill for 6-8 mins, until the cheese is bubbling and golden