Creamy Jalapeño Popper Mac and Cheese

Even when I’m eating a rich, fatty cut of meat, it doesn’t turn me away from a big scoop of creamy mac and cheese. I’ve made many combinations over the years with various cheeses and toppings, but this simple blend stood out when I first made it and has stood the test of time. This mac and cheese has charred jalapeños folded into the sauce, adding to the mild layer of heat from the Pepper Jack. Bitter flavors from the chiles are mellowed out by the rich cheese sauce. Topping the mac and che