Cowboy Candy Elote-Inspired Mac and Cheese – Spiceology

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup hot frying oil (canola)
• 2–3 Tbsp Spiceology Cayenne pepper
• 1 Tbsp Brown sugar
• 1 tsp Spiceology Smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp Spiceology Garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp Spiceology Chili powder
• 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp Spiceology Ground black pepper (optional)
• 1/4 tsp Spiceology Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 lb Cavatappi or shell pasta
• 4 Tbsp Butter
• 3 Tbsp All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1/2 cup Queso fresco (crumbled)
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 1/4 cup Cotija cheese (grated, for garnish)
• 1 1/2 cup Roasted corn kernels
• 2 Tbsp Spiceology X Derek Wolf Cowboy Candy Blend
• 1 Tbsp Lime juice
• 2 Tbsp Cilantro, chopped