Not Your Granny's Mac & Cheese

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I got this one from The Pioneer Woman site and it was delicious, as promised. Easy, different, and spicy! Makes a great side dish. Next time I'll try it with steak - yum!

Ingredients (with modifications)

• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 bag of macaroni (any kind - use your favorite or try another kind)
• 3/4 cup red onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 4-oz. can green chilies
• 1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and diced) - keep seeds if you're brave
• 2-3 cloves garlic
• 1 c. frozen corn
• 1 1/2 c. pepper jack cheese
• 1 c. heavy cream

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, red pepper, jalapeno, and garlic. Sautee until tender. Add green corn and heat for 2 minutes. Add chilies.
2. While doing above, boil macaroni in a large pot of boiling water until al dente. Drain.
3. Add macaroni to vegetable mixture and remove from heat.
4. Add 1 c. of heavy cream and cheese. Stir until combined. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir and allow to melt. Serve warm.