What can you put in mac and cheese to spice it up?

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1. What can you put in mac and cheese to spice it up?
2. Can you put red pepper flakes in mac and cheese?
3. How do I spice up Kraft Mac and Cheese?
4. What do I do if my Alfredo sauce is too thick?

What can you put in mac and cheese to spice it up?

Basic spices that you may already have in your pantry that would work well include red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, Italian seasoning, chili, onion, and garlic powder. If you're willing to take a trip to the store, spices like cumin, curry powder, dry mustard, and paprika are all wonderful additions.

Can you put red pepper flakes in mac and cheese?

Bring to a gentle boil, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, 2 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add 1 cup of the cheese, the mustard powder, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes. ... Sprinkle the topping evenly over the cheesy pasta.

How do I spice up Kraft Mac and Cheese?

15 Easy Ways to Upgrade Boxed Mac & Cheese for Last-Minute Dinners

1. Broccoli + Shredded Chicken. ...
2. Bacon + Peas + Egg. ...
3. Garlic + Pickled Jalapeños. ...
4. Mushrooms + Thyme + Grated Gruyère. ...
5. Pesto + Sun-Dried Tomatoes. ...
6. Kimchi + Bacon + Chopped Scallions. ...
7. Cherry Tomatoes + Basil + Mozzarella. ...
8. Spicy Italian Sausage + Onions + Marinara.

What do I do if my Alfredo sauce is too thick?

If your alfredo sauce is too thick, it needs more liquid to thin it out. Try stirring in more heavy cream, a little at a time, until it is the right consistency. Another option is to stir in a little pasta water if you are making the sauce for fettuccine alfredo.