Street Corn Mac & Cheese
Not to be too corny but we’re loving this smoky, Tex-Mex twist on classic mac. It’s like a cheesy fiesta in every bite. This mac & cheese boasts 18 grams of protein—serve it alongside a veggie that has a couple of grams of protein for a complete meal, like broccoli or Brussels sprouts.
12 min
4 servings
480 calories
Ingredients
2 cups macaroni or bite-size pasta, your choice
1 pkg Mexican Street Corn Dip Hot Dip Mix
1 cup corn kernels, fresh, canned, or frozen
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1⁄3 cup sour cream
1⁄4 cup milk, your choice
2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
Cook pasta in a large pot according to package directions. Drain and return to pot.
Stir in dip mix, corn, cheese, sour cream, milk, and butter. Stir until cheese is melted and pasta is evenly coated.
Serve with toppings, if desired.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 480, Fat 20 g (Saturated 11 g, Trans 0.5 g), Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 330 mg, Carbohydrate 58 g (Fiber 4 g, Sugars 5 g), Protein 18 g.
Tips
Swap 1 pkg Mac & Cheese Seasoning for shredded cheddar cheese.
Perfectly Balance Your Plate
Serve with 1 cup roasted veggies, such as broccoli.