How To Make BBQ Pork Mac ’n’ Cheese - Recipe

pulled pork

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Chicken is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive than pork.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheddar

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheddar maintains flavor with fewer calories.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers creaminess with fewer calories.

panko breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: whole wheat breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: regular breadcrumbs

Whole wheat breadcrumbs add fiber, while regular ones are often cheaper.

Cook the pasta as per package directions.

In large cast iron pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes.

Whisk in flour, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.

Whisk in some of the milk, deglazing the bottom of the pot. Keep adding more milk as the sauce thickens, until all the milk is added. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes - until sauce is nicely thickened.

Stir in pork and cooked pasta. Mix the two cheeses, and add about 3/4 to the sauce.

Add Panko to remaining cheese and spread over top of Mac ’n’ cheese.

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes.

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