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BBQ Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups cooked and shredded BBQ pulled pork
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well to coat the macaroni with the sauce.
- Spread half of the mac and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix the shredded BBQ pulled pork with the BBQ sauce. Spread the BBQ pulled pork evenly over the mac and cheese layer.
- Top with the remaining mac and cheese mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
BBQ Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese is a mouthwatering fusion of classic comfort foods. This dish has a rich history rooted in Southern barbecue traditions, where pitmasters slow-cooked pork shoulder over hickory wood, then shredded and mixed with tangy barbecue sauce. The creamy mac and cheese, with its gooey cheese and al dente pasta, provides the perfect base for the savory pulled pork. Chefs across the South, particularly in regions like Memphis and the Carolinas, have put their own spin on this beloved dish, adding ingredients like caramelized onions, jalapenos, or even a hint of smoky bacon. Today, some of the best versions of this dish can be found in renowned barbecue joints and soul food restaurants, where the key to perfection lies in the quality of the pulled pork and the balance of flavors in the barbecue sauce. Whether it's served as a hearty side or a decadent main course, BBQ Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese is a crowd-pleasing indulgence that captures the essence of Southern comfort food.
60 min
6
650 calories
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