Four Cheese Smoked Mac 'n' Cheese

See exactly how to make smoked mac and cheese with our brilliant and simple recipe.

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Four Cheese Smoked Mac n Cheese

SERVES: 8

SERVING SIZE: 1-1/2 cups

COOK TIME: 1 Hr 20 Min

You'll be blown away by the smoky, cheesy flavors in this Four Cheese Smoked Mac 'n' Cheese. If you've never made macaroni and cheese in a smoker, you're in for a real treat! The smoker adds a hearty, summer flavor to this mac and cheese recipe to make it a whole new flavor experience.

If you don't have a smoker, that's okay too! We found a way to get the same great flavor, right in your own oven! Simply watch our video to see our secret. Make sure you scroll down for the ingredients and materials needed, along with our step-by-step written instructions and images to help you master this creamy smoked mac and cheese recipe.

Serve up this creamy smoked mac and cheese for dinner tonight, or bring a piping hot pan along to your next backyard barbecue or potluck -- it'll be the star of the show!

What You'll Need

1 (16-ounce) package elbow macaroni
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, cut into chunks
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 (8-ounce) block extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
1 (8-ounce) block smoked Gouda cheese, shredded, divided
1 (4-ounce) wedge Parmesan cheese, shredded

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Smoked Mac and Cheese Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain well.
Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, melt butter; whisk flour into butter and cook over medium heat 2 minutes. Whisk in milk and bring to a boil; remove from heat. Stir in cream cheese, salt, and pepper until mixture is smooth.
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. (See tip on smoking.) Coat a disposable 9-1/2- x 11- x 2-inch aluminum roasting pan with cooking spray. (We like using an aluminum pan here in case you want to put this in your outdoor smoker, otherwise a 9- x13-inch baking dish will be fine.)
In a large bowl, combine 2 cups cheddar, 2 cups smoked Gouda cheese, the Parmesan cheese, pasta, and sauce.
Spoon mixture into roasting pan. Cover with aluminum foil and bake (or smoke) 45 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle with remaining cheese, and bake 15 to 20 more minutes or until heated through.

Test Kitchen Tip

Although the cheese will give this a natural smoky flavor, you can make this extra yummy by placing this in your smoker and smoking it for 45 minutes to an hour at 225 degrees, until brown, bubbly, and delicious.
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Nutritional InformationShow More

Servings Per Recipe: 8

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
Calories 742
Calories from Fat 404
Total Fat 45g 69 %
Saturated Fat 27g 137 %
Trans Fat 0.6g 0 %
Protein 32g 64 %

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
Cholesterol 141mg 47 %
Sodium 1,174mg 49 %
Total Carbohydrates 52g 17 %
Dietary Fiber 2.0g 8 %
Sugars 8.0g 0 %

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toriehardee 760160 6

Dec 13, 2020

the best!!! I have been looking for smoked macaroni and cheese for years now. this is been one of the best ones I have tried and easy to make. l highly recommend for any cookout or holiday!

Andersons SmokeSho w

Nov 12, 2019

I made this along side my smoked Prime Rib over the weekend in my Pit Boss Pellet Smoker! It turned out great! I think the next time I will chop up and top with a few pieces of smoked bacon! See the video for my Prime Rib and Mac and Cheese smoke by searching for Anderson's SmokeShow on YouTube!

Andersons SmokeSho w

Nov 12, 2019

Leave a comment...I made this along side my smoked Prime Rib over the weekend in my Pit Boss Pellet Smoker! It turned out great! I think the next time I will chop up and top with a few pieces of smoked bacon! See the video for my Prime Rib and Mac and Cheese smoke https//www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtaDOau2Gc

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Kathy 8805053

Oct 05, 2019

can you make this ahead freeze it ?

Test Kitchen Team

Oct 08, 2019

Hi there! Yes you can freeze the mac and cheese then bake off at a later time. Just make sure to thaw completely before cooking. Hope this was helpful!

Bellerophon

Jun 09, 2019

A few drops of liquid smoke might serve in place of a smoker.

Stacialane

Jun 06, 2018

I have made this recipe several times and it's always a hit at our parties. I'm going to be making this for my son's graduation party on the 16th of June. Have you ever made this in advance and frozen it? And then put it in a roaster to reheat? I could make it the day before and put it in the refrigerator.

dsponcil 8588993

Feb 22, 2018

Have made this three times in many weeks. It's an easy recipe and Delicious. I found that name brand Philadelphia Cream Cheese and Land of Lakes Butter enhanced the taste significantly over off or other brands.

gatordar 5334483

Jan 23, 2018

Fantastic Recipe! I added bacon and jalapenos. Do you have a suggestion for how many servings this recipe makes? I need to make it for a gathering and am having a hard time figuring out the servings. thanks.

kysunflower1 69839 98

Feb 01, 2018

Check your box of macaroni for servings

Test Kitchen Team

Feb 28, 2018

Good morning! This recipes serves 6 as an entree and 12 as a side dish. Enjoy! :)

Edmund K

Nov 28, 2017

I had never thought of using a smoker with cooking macaroni and cheese. We have a smoker, but since we're moving into winter, it's pretty much been put up for the season. This will definitely get a trial next spring as we break out the grill, but for now I'm very tempted to try this recipe for mac and cheese using smoked Gouda and smoked cheddar. This would be a great addition to grilled steaks or burgers.

Keithkcgolf 739670 5

Aug 02, 2017

Can this be prepared ahead of time and then placed on the smoker?

kmcartoonity 62072 74

Feb 25, 2017

I thought that homemade macaroni and cheese was awesome and couldn't be improved on. I was wrong! This is a very rich, flavorful, truly grown up version of the classic comfort food. The combination of cheeses is so flavorful, and the smokiness is a great match. The recipe makes a ton, but it will all get eaten! The perfect side dish for summer grilling season.

Test Kitchen Team

Aug 02, 2017

We're so glad to hear that you love it! :)

RachelAnne

Feb 03, 2017

Mac 'n' cheese is my favorite food. I love this twist on it. YUM!!

kenskaggs 2304127

Jul 03, 2016

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Jul 05, 2016

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rac7431 2877525

Mar 07, 2016

Will make but will use smoked Gouda instead of plain.

sr5367sh

Nov 19, 2015

This is ridiculously delicious! You will not have any leftovers....trust me.

wrkarenz 7121992

Jul 23, 2015

I have received raves every time I made this, but I prefer hickory chips instead of home-made apple chips

Member 0640660

Jul 08, 2015

Have made this dish two times now and always get awesome feedback! It's wonderful!

Joseespy78 4391811

Oct 06, 2014

What flavor wood chips are to be used for thi?

Test Kitchen Team

Oct 07, 2014

Hi there! You can use apple flavored wood chips for a mild flavor, or hickory for a more intense, smoky flavor. Enjoy!

vcr5319 3003537

Jul 18, 2014

Smoked this for a family gathering, and went so fast. Most comments were it is the best mac and cheese EVER! Having another event this summer and will double the recipe!

dalgal55 7978204

May 21, 2014

Wonderful - entered this in a church smoke/bbq cookoff as a side dish and won first place.

ruthrambo1 6794148

May 17, 2014

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