{"id":162,"date":"2015-07-14T15:31:46","date_gmt":"2015-07-14T15:31:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.crosshairscommunity.com\/?p=162"},"modified":"2015-07-14T15:31:46","modified_gmt":"2015-07-14T15:31:46","slug":"kiss-the-cook-a-smoky-twist-to-a-classic-comfort-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crosshairscommunity.com\/?p=162","title":{"rendered":"Kiss the Cook: A smoky twist to a classic comfort food"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Comfort food \u2014 quick, easy, filling and delicious! If you are like me, you enjoy a classic recipe with a slight twist. I multi-task a lot, so I enjoy recipes that allow me to assemble them and bake in the oven or cook in the crockpot, requiring little attention so I can work on other activities. <\/p>\n

The following macaroni and cheese recipe is a perfect example of an easy to make comfort food which allows me to multi-task.<\/p>\n

Recently, I took a classic simple macaroni and cheese recipe and gave it a twist. It has a slight smoky and spicy flavor that works well with the three cheeses in it.<\/p>\n

This was easily assembled in 15 minutes and then placed into the oven for 30 minutes. Those 30 minutes allowed me to go for a run while it baked, which is perfect for those that like to pack in a full day.
\nEasy Mac and Cheese with a Twist<\/strong>
\nPrep Time: 15 minutes
\nCook time: 30 minutes
\nServings: 8<\/p>\n

Ingredients:<\/em>
\n6 slices thin smoked bacon
\n16 oz box of elbow macaroni
\n1 can (10.75oz) condensed cheddar cheese soup
\n1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
\n8 oz. shredded Colby cheese
\n8 oz. shredded cheddar jack (mild cheddar and Monterey Jack) cheese
\n1 chipotle chili pepper in adobe sauce (chopped very fine)
\n\u00bd cup plain Panko bread crumbs
\n1 tbs olive oil
\nNon-stick cooking spray<\/p>\n

Directions:<\/em>
\n1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9\u201d x 13\u201d or similar size casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
\n2. Bring to boil a large pot filled \u00bd to \u00be full with slightly salted water, add macaroni and cook for 8 minutes. Stirring occasionally, drain
\n3. While waiting for the water to boil, fry your bacon until crispy, remove and cool on a paper towel. Once cool, break up or chop the bacon into smaller pieces.
\n4. Combine soup, bacon, cheeses, evaporated milk and the chipotle chili in a large bowl. Stir well. Pour this mixture into the macaroni and mix well
\n5. Now transfer to your prepared casserole dish
\n6. Using a fork, stir together the bread crumbs and olive oil in a small bowl, mixing well. Sprinkle this over the top of the casserole evenly.
\n7. Bake in your preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until the top is brown and bubbling.
\nDo you have a great recipe to use sweet corn when it\u2019s in season? Send it to me for testing and possible publishing. I would enjoy hearing feedback, comments or suggestions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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