Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Pulled Beef Mac and Cheese, a delightful fusion of creamy macaroni and smoky pulled beef that is sure to impress at any gathering. Perfect for cozy family dinners or game day celebrations, each bite offers a rich explosion of flavors and textures that will leave everyone asking for seconds. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also serves 8-10 people, making it ideal for sharing. With its creamy cheese sauce and tender beef topped with crispy goodness, this recipe elevates the classic mac and cheese to a whole new level of deliciousness.
Ingredients
- 3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese
- 1 1/3 cups cottage cheese
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 cups pulled beef
- 1 1/4 cups barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC).
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and transfer to a greased baking pan.
- In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, salt, sugar, then gradually add milk until thickened. Stir in Velveeta until melted.
- Combine cottage cheese, sour cream, and half the cheddar into the sauce.
- Pour sauce over macaroni; mix pulled beef with barbecue sauce and layer on top.
- Sprinkle remaining cheddar; cover with foil and bake for about 20 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 20 minutes until bubbly.
- Garnish as desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (225g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, try mixing different cheeses like mozzarella or gouda. Add jalapeños for a spicy kick or fresh herbs for garnish. Assemble ahead of time and store in the refrigerator overnight before baking.