Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Brisket Mac and Cheese recipe. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with tender smoked brisket, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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For the Mac and Cheese:
- 2 cups shredded smoked brisket
- 16 oz elbow macaroni
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
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For the Topping:
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and cook the macaroni: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Cook the macaroni until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Make the cheese sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then slowly add milk and cream. Cook until thickened, then stir in cheeses and seasonings.
- Combine and bake: Fold in macaroni and brisket, transfer to a baking dish, top with breadcrumb mixture, and bake until golden.
- Rest and garnish: Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use leftover smoked brisket for best flavor.
- You can substitute the cheeses with gouda or pepper jack for a twist.
- To make ahead, prepare everything except the topping and bake when ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
