Chopped bison sausage with pepperoni seasoning is blended into this extra cheesy macaroni and cheese dish.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried elbow macaroni
- ½ cup chopped green pepper or frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups milk
- 1 ½ cups shredded American and Cheddar cheese blend
- 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 4 ounces bison sausage with pepperoni seasoning, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Cook macaroni according to package directions, adding green pepper or peas during the last 3 minutes of cooking; drain. Cover and keep warm.
Step 2
Meanwhile, for sauce, melt butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Cook onion in hot butter for 4 to 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Stir in flour, salt, and black pepper. Add milk all at once. Whisk constantly until thick and bubbly. Cook, whisking constantly, for 2 more minutes. Reduce heat to low.
Step 3
Add American & cheddar cheese blend and mozzarella cheese, stirring until sauce is smooth and cheese is melted. Stir the sauce and bison pepperoni into the pasta. Heat through.
Tips
Note: Recipe developed and tested by the Better Homes and Gardens(R) Test Kitchen using High Plains Bison products.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 321 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat16g | 21% |
Saturated Fat9g | 47% |
Cholesterol49mg | 16% |
Sodium721mg | 31% |
Total Carbohydrate26g | 9% |
Dietary Fiber1g | 4% |
Total Sugars4g | |
Protein20g | |
Vitamin C8mg | 41% |
Calcium308mg | 24% |
Iron1mg | 6% |
Potassium228mg | 5% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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