Spicy Tomato Mac and Cheese

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Spicy Tomato Mac and Cheese.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C).

2. Step 2

   While that warms up, grab a medium saucepan and combine diced tomatoes, diced tomatoes with jalapeno, creamy tomato bisque, and zesty diced green chilies.

3. Step 3

   Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir occasionally as you bring the mixture to a lively boil.

4. Step 4

   Once it’s bubbling away, lower the heat and let it simmer gently for about 10 minutes, allowing those flavors to meld beautifully.

5. Step 5

   Next, fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring it to a rolling boil.

6. Step 6

   Toss in the medium pasta shells and cook them according to the package instructions until they’re perfectly al dente, which should take around 8 minutes.

7. Step 7

   Once cooked, drain the pasta and transfer it to a spacious casserole dish, ready to soak up all that delicious sauce.

8. Step 8

   Now, pour the simmered tomato sauce over the pasta and give it a good mix to ensure every shell is coated in that rich, flavorful goodness.

9. Step 9

   To elevate the dish, stir in half of the Colby-Monterey Jack cheese and half of the pepper Jack cheese, distributing it evenly throughout.

10. Step 10

    Then, sprinkle the remaining cheeses on top for that irresistible cheesy finish.

11. Step 11

    Pop the casserole into your preheated oven and let it bake for about 30 minutes, or until the cheese is gloriously bubbly and starts to turn a lovely golden brown.

12. Step 12

    Once it’s out of the oven, resist the urge to dive in right away; let it cool for about 15 minutes.

13. Step 13

    This little pause will help the flavors settle and make serving a breeze.

14. Step 14

    Enjoy your cheesy, comforting pasta dish that’s sure to warm hearts and bellies alike!.