Mission Bbq Mac And Cheese Recipe
The Mission BBQ Mac and Cheese Recipe is a creamy, rich and comforting dish that everyone loves.
Ingredients
- 3 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- ½ cup cream cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional
Instructions
Boil the Pasta
- Boil macaroni in salted water. Cook until soft but firm. Drain and set aside.
Melt the Butter
- Place saucepan on low heat. Add butter. Let it melt gently.
Add Flour
- Add flour to butter. Stir well until smooth paste forms.
Add Milk Slowly
- Pour milk slowly. Whisk constantly to avoid lumps.
Thicken the Sauce
- Cook until sauce becomes thick and creamy.
Add Cream Cheese
- Add cream cheese. Stir until fully melted and smooth.
Add Other Cheeses
- Add cheddar and mozzarella. Stir until fully melted.
Add Cream
- Pour heavy cream into sauce. Mix gently.
Season the Sauce
- Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and paprika.
Mix Pasta
- Add cooked pasta into cheese sauce. Mix gently.
Taste Test
- Taste the mac and cheese. Adjust salt if needed.
Optional Baking
- Pour into baking dish. Bake 10 minutes for golden top.
Rest Before Serving
- Let it rest for few minutes before serving.
Serve Hot
- Serve warm and creamy.
Notes
- Use fresh cheese for better melting.
- Do not overcook pasta.
- Add BBQ chicken on top.
- Add pulled beef for BBQ flavor.
- Use smoked cheese for deep taste.
- Add jalapeños for spice.
- Use whole milk for creaminess.
- Add breadcrumbs for crunchy top.
- Mix in bacon bits for flavor.
- Add extra cream for softer texture.