Description
Smoked Mac and Cheese transforms the classic comfort food into a gourmet delight with its creamy texture and rich smoky flavor. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings, this dish blends sharp cheddar and smoky gouda for an irresistible cheesy experience. Easy to prepare and customize, it promises to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded smoked gouda
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker or grill to 225°F (107°C).
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain without rinsing.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth; cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually add milk while whisking until thickened (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in cheddar, gouda, mustard powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce in a mixing bowl. Adjust consistency with additional milk if needed.
- Transfer to an aluminum foil pan and smoke for about 60 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 65mg