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Smoked Mac and Cheese

Cultural Context

Originating from the Southern United States, smoked mac and cheese combines the comfort of traditional mac and cheese with the rich flavors imparted by smoking. It is often served at barbecues and gatherings, celebrating the region's love for smoked meats and hearty sides. Today, this dish has gained popularity beyond the South, becoming a staple at many outdoor events and potlucks across the country.

AmericanUSmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 pound elbows
salt
2 cubes chicken bouillon
1 stick butter
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
4 cups cheese (sharp cheddar and Colby Jack)
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 block Velveeta cheese
2 beaten eggs
1 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
Ritz crackers (for topping)

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

smoked gouda

🥗Healthier: regular gouda

💰Cheaper: cheddar

Regular gouda is lower in cost and still provides a creamy texture.

1

Boil a big pot of water and add salt and chicken bouillon; cook 1 pound of elbows until al dente.

2

Strain the noodles and set aside.

3

Coat the bottom of a pan with butter Pam.

4

Melt 1 stick of butter in the warm pan.

5

Add 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard; let melt.

6

Add cubed cream cheese and half a block of Velveeta cheese; let melt on low heat.

7

Stir in 1 cup of half-and-half and 4 cups of cheese mixture, saving some for topping.

8

Add 2 beaten eggs and another cup of half-and-half; stir until creamy.

9

Stir in the cooked macaroni noodles.

10

Preheat the grill to 400°F and add the macaroni mixture before it fully preheats to get smoke flavor.

11

Top with Ritz cracker crumbs and place in the center of the grill.

12

Cook for 30 minutes until done; let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

smokingbaking

Equipment Needed

large potpanstrainergrill

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Smoked Macaroni and CheeseBBQ Mac and Cheese

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