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Smoked Mac N Cheese Recipe

A creamy and cheesy macaroni dish infused with smoky flavors, perfect for gatherings and comfort food lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz Elbow Macaroni
Cheese Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Butter Unsalted
  • 4 tbsp All-Purpose Flour
  • 3 cups Milk Whole milk preferred
  • 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • 1 cup Smoked Gouda Cheese Shredded
  • 1 tsp Mustard Powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
Topping
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp Butter Melted
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated

Method
 

Prepare the Pasta
  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Make the Cheese Sauce
  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  2. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar and gouda cheeses until melted and smooth.
  4. Add the mustard powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Combine and Smoke
  1. Preheat the smoker to 225°F (107°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce. Mix until well coated.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, and parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over the macaroni.
  5. Place the baking dish in the smoker and smoke for 30-40 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Serve
  1. Remove from the smoker and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 600mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an extra smoky flavor, consider adding smoked paprika to the cheese sauce.

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