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Smoked Mac and Cheese

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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious smoked mac and cheese with a creamy interior and a crunchy top.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound elbow macaroni or cellentani pasta
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 2–3 cups milk
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded gouda cheese
  • 1 cup shredded gruyère cheese
  • cooking oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat smoker to 225 degrees.
  2. Cook the pasta in a large pot in accordance with the instructions on the package.
  3. Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water.
  4. Heat a saucepan or skillet on medium heat. Add the butter and allow it to melt.
  5. Once melted, add the flour and whisk.
  6. This will create a roux. Continue to whisk until the flour is fully combined.
  7. Add the milk and heavy whipping cream and stir.
  8. Add half of all of the shredded cheeses and stir until the cheese is melted.
  9. Add the onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to taste. Taste repeatedly. Adjust and add additional spices if necessary.
  10. Return the pasta to the large pot. Drizzle the cheese sauce over the pasta and stir until fully combined.
  11. Spray a 12-inch cast iron skillet with cooking oil or use a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  12. Begin to layer in the pasta; start with the pasta, then add a layer using some of the remaining shredded cheese.
  13. Add another layer of pasta, and then another layer of cheese.
  14. Smoke for 1-2 hours until the cheese on top has melted. The dish will take 50-60 minutes to cook on the smoker. For a stronger smoky flavor, cook for around 2 hours.
  15. For a crunchy top and creamy interior, place the dish in the oven on Broil for 3 minutes until browned on top.

Notes

  • For milky consistency, start with 2 cups of milk and add more if needed.
  • Adjust smoked paprika to taste.
  • If a stronger smoky flavor is desired, smoke for around 2 hours.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Smoking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 40g
  • Saturated Fat: 25g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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