Smoked Mac and Cheese: Irresistibly Creamy & Flavor-Packed!
Indulge in a creamy and flavorful twist on a classic dish with this smoked mac and cheese recipe.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Smoked
- Cuisine: American
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes to form a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the milk, followed by the garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
- Once the sauce thickens, remove it from the heat and stir in the cheese until melted.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
- Transfer the mac and cheese to a smoker-safe dish and smoke for an additional 30 minutes.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in cooked bacon or jalapeños.
- Ensure the cheese is fresh for the best melting and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Smoked Mac and Cheese