Mac and Cheese Parmesan Tacos (Printable Version)
Creamy macaroni fills crisp Parmesan taco shells, finished with fresh toppings for a lively, satisfying fusion bite.
# What You'll Need:
→ Parmesan Taco Shells
01 - 2 cups finely grated Parmesan cheese
→ Mac and Cheese Filling
02 - 8 ounces elbow macaroni
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
05 - 1 ½ cups whole milk
06 - 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
07 - ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - ½ teaspoon mustard powder
09 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
10 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - Salt, to taste
→ Toppings
12 - ¼ cup sliced green onions
13 - ¼ cup diced tomatoes
14 - ¼ cup pickled jalapeños (optional)
15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Sprinkle ¼ cup of grated Parmesan into a 5-inch circle on the prepared baking sheet for each taco shell. Repeat to make 8 circles, leaving space between each.
03 - Bake Parmesan cheese circles for 5 to 7 minutes until golden and bubbling. Remove from oven.
04 - While hot, carefully drape each Parmesan disc over a thick wooden spoon handle or the edge of a bowl to form a taco shell shape. Let cool completely to set.
05 - Boil elbow macaroni in salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
06 - In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
07 - Gradually whisk in whole milk, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and thickened, about 2 to 3 minutes.
08 - Lower heat. Add shredded cheddar, mozzarella, mustard powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce is velvety.
09 - Transfer drained macaroni into the cheese sauce. Mix thoroughly until evenly coated.
10 - Carefully spoon prepared mac and cheese into each Parmesan taco shell.
11 - Top filled tacos with green onions, diced tomatoes, jalapeños if desired, and chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Crisp cheesy shells meet creamy mac and cheese for a unique twist.
- Customizable toppings and vegetarian friendly make it suitable for many tastes.
02 -
- Shape Parmesan shells while hot for the best result.
- Check cheese labels to ensure vegetarian suitability when needed.
03 -
- Add crumbled bacon or sauteed mushrooms for a richer flavor.
- For gluten-free, swap with gluten-free pasta and flour.