Best 5 Drunk Mac And Cheese Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors that is Drunk Mac and Cheese, a dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its creamy, cheesy goodness and a hint of boozy charm. This beloved comfort food takes a classic recipe and infuses it with a unique blend of alcoholic beverages, resulting in a dish that is both familiar and exciting. Whether you prefer the subtle sweetness of white wine, the bold richness of beer, or the smoky depth of whiskey, there's a Drunk Mac and Cheese recipe here to suit your palate. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where cheesy indulgence meets intoxicating delight, leaving you craving more with every bite.

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SMOKED MAC AND CHEESE



Smoked Mac and Cheese image

This smoked mac and cheese is slow cooked in a smoker.

Provided by Taste Bud

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 4h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (12 ounce) package bacon
1 (12 ounce) package elbow macaroni
2 cups heavy cream
1 (16 ounce) package shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Colby-Jack cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons barbeque rub

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a pizza pan with aluminum foil; lay bacon strips on top.
  • Bake bacon in the preheated oven until browned and crisp, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Drain bacon slices on paper towels and allow to cool slightly, about 5 minutes. Place in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until crumbly.
  • Preheat a smoker to 275 to 300 degrees F (135 to 150 degrees C). Add wood chips according to manufacturer's directions.
  • Mix together cream, Cheddar cheese, Colby-Jack cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, butter, and barbeque rub in the warm pasta pot; add drained macaroni. Mix well and let the cheese melt. Pour into a 9x13-inch aluminum pan and sprinkle bacon on top.
  • Place the pan on the rack in the preheated smoker. Cook until cheese is bubbly, about 3 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 847.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.2 g, Cholesterol 170.8 mg, Fat 69.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 26.7 g, SaturatedFat 34.2 g, Sodium 1434.5 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

JASON'S DRUNKEN BEER & BACON MAC AND CHEESE



Jason's Drunken Beer & Bacon Mac and Cheese image

Yummm! Everyone loves a good mac and cheese. Add bacon and beer to it... wow, takes it over the top! It was really good and creamy from the stovetop. But, just as good after it was baked too so serve based on your preference. Great comfort food.

Provided by Jason Vincik

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 slice bacon, cooked
16 oz macaroni, elbow
1/4 c butter, unsalted
1/4 c flour
1 bottle beer, light
1/4 c sour cream
16 oz cheddar cheese, extra sharp
1 Tbsp salt
1 Tbsp black pepper
1 Tbsp yellow mustard
OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS
1/4 c panko bread crumbs
1/4 c parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cook bacon thoroughly, and set aside to cool. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small bits.
  • 2. Boil macaroni according to package instructions, but reduce the time by 1-2 minutes. You want a slightly under-cooked, al dente pasta. Remove from heat and strain excess water.
  • 3. LET'S MAKE A ROUX! Melt butter over medium-low heat. Add flour, and whisk continuously to avoid lumps.
  • 4. Cook the butter and flour mixture for 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. This will cook away the flour taste.
  • 5. Slowly add a full bottle of beer while stirring vigorously. Light beers work well with cheddar cheese. But feel free to experiment with other beers and cheeses!
  • 6. Stir in sour cream, and whisk continuously to avoid curds from forming.
  • 7. Add shredded cheese to the pot, and stir until you have a nice cheese sauce.
  • 8. Add salt, pepper, bacon bits, and mustard to the cheese sauce. Stir until combined. Depending upon the type of cheese you used, you may want to reduce or omit the salt.
  • 9. Remove the cheese sauce from heat, and gently fold in the cooked macaroni.
  • 10. At this point, you can eat the mac and cheese as-is for a hearty, creamy dish. Or, you can bake it with a golden, crispy crust! Note that if you bake this dish, it will loose its creamy consistency.
  • 11. To bake the mac and cheese, pre-heat the oven to 425 degrees. Pour the pasta into a 9 x 11 casserole dish, and distribute the pasta evenly.
  • 12. Combine Japanese Panko bread crumbs with Parmesan cheese, and sprinkle evenly over the top of the mac and cheese.
  • 13. Bake for 20-25 minutes until you have a golden crust. Remove from the oven and LET STAND for 5 minutes before serving. This step is crucial since the pasta will continue to coagulate once out of the oven!

MOMMA'S DEEP-DISH MAC 'N' CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



Momma's Deep-Dish Mac 'N' Cheese Recipe by Tasty image

My momma makes the best (and easiest!) deep-dish macaroni and cheese. It's like a baked mac 'n' cheese pie with a combination of smoked Gouda, pepper Jack, mozzarella, cottage cheese, and more. It's one of our family's favorite dishes and a holiday must-have.

Provided by Matt Ciampa

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for boiling
16 oz large elbow macaroni
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cottage cheese
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup shredded smoked gouda cheese, divided
1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese, divided
1 cup shredded whole-milk mozzarella cheese, divided
1 can cheese sauce, or cream of mushroom soup
½ cup evaporated milk
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne
2 large eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 7 x 11-inch (17 x 27 cm) baking dish with butter.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and return to the warm pot.
  • Add butter to the macaroni and stir until melted and the noodles are well coated.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the sour cream, cottage cheese, 1 cup cheddar, ½ cup Gouda, ½ cup pepper Jack, ½ cup mozzarella, the cheese sauce, evaporated milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne until well combined.
  • Add the sauce to the pot with noodles and mix until fully coated. Season with more salt and black pepper to taste. Stir the eggs until well incorporated.
  • Pour the macaroni into the prepared baking dish and smooth in an even layer.
  • In a medium bowl, toss together the remaining 1 cup cheddar, ½ cup Gouda, ½ cup pepper Jack, and ½ cup mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle the cheese mixture evenly over the noodles.
  • Cover the baking dish with foil. Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C). Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes, until the cheese is golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
  • Enjoy!
  • RECIPE BY: Meiko Temple

Nutrition Facts : Calories 587 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 28 grams, Sugar 6 grams

DRUNK MAC AND CHEESE



Drunk Mac and Cheese image

You may think it sounds strange to add beer to macaroni and cheese but I promise you this version is simply amazing.

Provided by ScottySauce

Categories     Penne

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 cups large macaroni
2 teaspoons salt, divided
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon light flavor olive oil
1 large shallot, finely minced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
4 ounces tillamook sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
4 ounces smoked gouda cheese, shredded
2 ounces Velveeta cheese
1/2 cup dark beer
6 slices precooked bacon, sliced into 1-inch pieces
2 teaspoons full strength prepared stone ground mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1 dash hot sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large pot, over medium-high heat, bring two quarts water and 1 teaspoon salt to a full rolling boil. Gradually add macaroni and boil approximately 15 minutes or until pasta reaches desired tenderness. Drain.
  • Melt butter and olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté shallots in butter and olive oil for approximately 2 minutes or until they begin to turn transparent. Add flour to the pan, stirring constantly until a smooth paste forms. Stirring constantly, gradually add milk and continue cooking until mixture is thick and bubbly (mixture should coat the back of a spoon). Add 6 ounces of the cheese and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat and add beer, bacon, mustard, garlic powder, pepper and remaining salt. Stir well.
  • Spray a 9" x 9" square glass pan with non-stick cooking spray. In the large pot, combine macaroni and cheese sauce and stir. Pour into 9" x 9" baking dish, cover with foil and place into preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, remove foil and sprinkle the remaining 2 ounces of the shredded cheese and continue cooking, uncovered for another 15 minutes.
  • Remove macaroni and cheese from the oven. Allow to cool for approximately 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.9, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 54.5, Sodium 1009.2, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 4.7, Protein 14

HOMEMADE MAC AND CHEESE



Homemade Mac and Cheese image

This is a nice rich mac and cheese. Serve with a salad for a great meatless dinner. Hope you enjoy it.

Provided by Judy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 cups milk
¼ cup butter
2 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup bread crumbs
1 pinch paprika

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to the package directions. Drain.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Stir in enough flour to make a roux. Add milk to roux slowly, stirring constantly. Stir in cheeses, and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and the sauce is a little thick. Put macaroni in large casserole dish, and pour sauce over macaroni. Stir well.
  • Melt butter or margarine in a skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and brown. Spread over the macaroni and cheese to cover. Sprinkle with a little paprika.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 858.2 calories, Carbohydrate 66.7 g, Cholesterol 141.6 mg, Fat 48.7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 37.7 g, SaturatedFat 29.9 g, Sodium 879.3 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

Tips:

  • Use a good quality cheese. A sharp cheddar or Gruyère will give you the best flavor.
  • Cook the macaroni until it is al dente. This means that it should be slightly firm to the bite.
  • Don't be afraid to add some spice. A little bit of cayenne pepper or paprika can really kick up the flavor.
  • If you don't have any white wine on hand, you can use chicken broth or milk instead.
  • Serve the mac and cheese immediately, while it is still hot and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Drunk mac and cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your friends, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you're in the mood for mac and cheese, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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