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BBQ Brisket Mac and Cheese Recipe Easy 5-Step Comfort Food Delight

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A creamy, smoky, cheesy mac and cheese with tender smoked brisket, perfect for comforting weeknight dinners or gatherings. This recipe blends multiple cheeses and smoky brisket for a rich, flavorful dish.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz (340 g) elbow macaroni
  • 1 ½ cups chopped or shredded smoked brisket
  • 4 tablespoons (57 g) unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups (720 ml) whole milk
  • 2 cups (225 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup (115 g) shredded smoked gouda
  • ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup (50 g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil or melted butter

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook until just al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt unsalted butter. Whisk in all-purpose flour to form a roux and cook for about 2 minutes until bubbling and lightly golden.
  3. Slowly whisk in whole milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in yellow mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Lower heat and add shredded sharp cheddar, smoked gouda, and grated Parmesan. Stir gently until cheese melts into a smooth sauce. Remove from heat.
  5. Fold cooked macaroni and chopped smoked brisket into the cheese sauce, mixing well.
  6. In a small bowl, toss panko breadcrumbs with olive oil or melted butter until evenly coated.
  7. Pour mac and cheese mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle breadcrumb topping evenly over the surface.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until topping is golden brown and crispy.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overcook pasta; it should be al dente as it will cook further in the oven. Toss panko breadcrumbs with olive oil or melted butter for a crunchy topping. For extra smoky flavor, add BBQ sauce to the cheese mixture. Can substitute brisket with smoked turkey or pulled pork. For dairy-free, use plant-based milk and cheese alternatives and gluten-free flour for roux.

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Keywords: BBQ brisket, mac and cheese, comfort food, smoked brisket, cheesy pasta, easy dinner, potluck recipe

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