Description
A delicious twist on classic mac and cheese, these Kimchi-Infused Mac and Cheese Bites combine creamy cheese with the tangy flavor of kimchi for a unique appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup kimchi, chopped
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking until the mixture thickens.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Mix in the chopped kimchi and cooked macaroni until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more kimchi or a dash of hot sauce.
- These bites can be made ahead of time and frozen before baking.
- Serve with a dipping sauce for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Kimchi, Mac and Cheese, Bites, Appetizer, Snack