Irresistible Memorial Day Smoked Mac and Cheese: Bold and Cheesy Delight
Enjoy a bold and cheesy delight this Memorial Day with our Irresistible Smoked Mac and Cheese recipe, perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Smoked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Whisk in the milk slowly, then add the cheese, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese is melted and creamy.
- Combine the macaroni and cheese sauce in a large bowl. Pour into a greased baking dish.
- Top with breadcrumbs and smoke on your grill for 30-40 minutes at 225°F, until bubbly.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the cheese sauce.
- Make sure to use good quality cheese for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg