For a smoother mac and cheese, use a block of cheddar cheese instead of the cheese packet. Shred it finely before adding. If you don't have muffin tins, you can bake the mixture in a lightly greased 9x13 inch casserole dish. For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper to the beef mixture. Get creative with your toppings! Consider adding guacamole, black olives, or a sprinkle of cotija cheese.
Mac and Cheese Cowboy Cups
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME55 mins
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SERVING24 People
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VIEWS27
Elevate your mac and cheese game with these delightful cowboy cups! Creamy, cheesy macaroni is infused with the bold flavors of taco-seasoned beef and spicy pepper Jack, then baked to golden perfection in individual muffin cups. A fun and flavorful twist on a classic comfort food.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate14 g
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Cholesterol34 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein10 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium421 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat13 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepPreheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease 2 standard 12-cup muffin tins. (5 minutes)
02
StepBring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Stir in macaroni and boil for 5 minutes; drain and return to the pot. Stir in cheese packet, milk, and butter until well combined and creamy. Set aside and keep warm. (15 minutes)
03
StepHeat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook, stirring often and breaking up with a spatula, until browned and crumbly, about 5 minutes. Add taco seasoning and onion and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add drained tomatoes and water and cook, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Remove from heat. (10 minutes)
04
StepStir beef mixture into prepared macaroni and cheese. Season to taste with additional taco seasoning, if desired. Stir in pepper Jack cheese. (5 minutes)
05
StepScoop mixture into prepared muffin pans. Use a small spoon to create a small well in the center for toppings later. (5 minutes)
06
StepBake in the preheated oven until browned around the edges and bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. (35 minutes)
07
StepServe with desired toppings.
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Rickie Funk
Jun 28, 2025So easy to make and customize with different toppings. I added some chopped bell peppers to the beef mixture.
Carol Conroy
Jun 15, 2025These were a big hit at my Super Bowl party!
Verla Rodriguez
May 24, 2025The muffin tin presentation is so fun and makes them perfect for portion control.
Javonte Gleason
May 12, 2025A little too spicy for my taste. Next time I'll use a mild taco seasoning.
Walter Lakin
May 11, 2025I used gluten-free macaroni and cheese and they turned out great!
Pauline Marks
May 1, 2025My kids absolutely loved these! The taco seasoning was a genius addition.
Sigmund Franey
Apr 18, 2025I added a layer of crushed tortilla chips on top before baking for extra crunch.
Dashawn Hickledamore
Mar 25, 2025I made these for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone asked for the recipe.