Poblano Mac and Cheese

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425°F.Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.

Step 2

Melt butter in a large 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high. Add poblanos; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3 minutes. Add flour and salt; cook, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Add milk to skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 3

Add Oaxaca and Velveeta, stirring until cheese is melted. Stir in crema. Add pasta in batches; stirring to combine.

Step 4

Combine panko and chili powder in a medium bowl. Sprinkle on top of pasta. Bake in preheated oven until top is lightly browned and edges are bubbly, about 15 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro and Fresno chile slices.