Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Smoked Mac and Cheese recipe. Rich, cheesy, and infused with a hint of smokiness, this dish is a sure crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound macaroni pasta
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 stick unsalted butter (1/2 cup)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon mustard powder
- 1 tablespoon Signature Sweet & Smoky Rub
- Salt to taste
Cheese Blend:
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar
- 2 cups shredded Gouda
- 2 cups shredded Monterey jack
Optional:
- 1/2 pound thick-cut bacon
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni: Boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Strain and set aside.
- Warm the dairy: Heat milk and cream in a saucepot.
- Prepare the roux: Melt butter, add flour, and cook into a golden roux.
- Add dairy and seasonings: Whisk in warmed dairy, spices, and simmer.
- Whisk in cheeses: Melt cheeses into the sauce.
- (Optional) Cook the bacon: Crisp bacon in the oven.
- Assemble: Mix pasta, cheese sauce, and bacon in a pan.
- Smoke the mac and cheese: Smoke for 45-60 minutes at 250°F.
- Remove and serve: Let it rest before serving.
Notes
- Use room-temperature cheese for a creamy texture.
- Avoid adding too many mix-ins, especially smoked meat, to prevent sauce from breaking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
