tequila lime macaroni and cheese

Name: Tequila Lime Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 ounce(s) Gouda cheese, cut into 1/2 cubes; 8 ounce(s) sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 1/2 cubes; 2 cup(s) shredded Parmesan cheese, divided; 6 tablespoon(s) tequila lime seasoning, divided; 16 ounce(s) dry elbow macaroni; 3 tablespoon(s) lime juice; 1 tablespoon(s) margarine; 1/2 cup(s) all-purpose flour; 4 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper; 1 cup(s) heavy cream; 1 can(s) evaporated milk; 8 ounce(s) cream cheese, softened; 1 cup(s) shredded Mexican cheese blend

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raymond spencer

st bernard, LA

Updated on Nov 21, 2025

I love creating baked mac and cheese recipes. This one is based on Kinder's Tequila Lime seasoning. It's great with a side of soft tacos or burritos.

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prep time 10 Min

cook time 30 Min

method Bake

yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

8 ounces Gouda cheese, cut into 1/2 cubes
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 1/2 cubes
2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
6 tablespoons tequila lime seasoning, divided
16 ounces dry elbow macaroni
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon margarine
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 cup heavy cream
1 can evaporated milk
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

How To Make tequila lime macaroni and cheese

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2

Coat a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray. Add cubed Gouda and sharp cheddar cheese, 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons tequila lime seasoning; mix well with a fork.
Step 3

Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Transfer to a large bowl. Add lime juice and 2 tablespoons tequila lime seasoning; toss it well until combined.
Step 4

Melt margarine in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and black pepper; whisk for about 30 seconds.
Step 5

Slowly whisk in heavy cream, evaporated milk, and 1 tablespoon tequila lime seasoning for another 30 seconds more until combined.
Step 6

Mix in cream cheese, shredded Mexican cheese blend, and remaining tequila lime seasoning together until melted and creamy.
Step 7

Add cooked macaroni; stir well. Cover and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
Step 8

Remove from heat. Pour over a prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle with the remaining shredded Parmesan cheese.
Step 9

Bake for 30 minutes until the cheese is melted.
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