Description
Comfort food gets a smoky upgrade with this rich and creamy mac and cheese recipe. Cook your pasta, layer it with shredded cheese and a creamy sauce, and pop it on the Traeger for an unforgettable side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions.
- In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook for 1 minute. Slowly add milk and cream, stirring until thickened.
- Mix in garlic powder, smoked paprika, and shredded cheese until melted.
- Combine macaroni with the cheese sauce and pour into a cast-iron skillet.
- Smoke at 225°F for 1 hour.
Notes
- Add a Twist: Top with crumbled bacon or a crispy breadcrumb crust for extra texture.
- Pro Tip: Use a cast-iron skillet for even cooking on the grill.