Cajun Mac and Cheese with Smoked Sausage
Creamy baked macaroni and cheese with spicy smoked sausage, peppers and a crunchy golden crumb.
- Time55 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.68 a head
- Oven200°C (180°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Boil the macaroni for 2 minutes less than the packet says. Drain.
- 2
Heat the oil in a large pan and fry the sausage for 5 minutes until browned. Add the pepper and onion and cook for 6 minutes, then the garlic and Cajun seasoning for 1 minute. Tip into a bowl.
11 min - 3
In the same pan, melt the butter, stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Add the milk a little at a time, whisking, and simmer for 5 minutes until thick.
5 min - 4
Take off the heat and stir in the cheddar, Monterey Jack and paprika until melted. Season.
- 5
Mix in the macaroni and sausage mixture. Pour into a baking dish, scatter over the panko.
- 6
Bake for 20 minutes until bubbling and golden. Scatter with spring onion and rest for 5 minutes.
20 min
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.