Description
Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy, cheesy pasta with tender, smoky pulled pork. This indulgent dish is perfect for family gatherings and casual weeknight dinners alike. With its rich flavors and satisfying textures, it transforms simple ingredients into a feast that everyone will love. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this recipe guarantees to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pulled pork
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk until thickened, then stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Fold in pulled pork, mustard powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce in a baking dish.
- Top with panko breadcrumbs and additional cheddar if desired.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg