BEST Smoked Mac and Cheese Recipe (NO Velveeta Needed)

RECIPE: www.chilesands...
This super creamy Smoked Mac and Cheese recipe is pure comfort with a creamy blend of three types of cheeses and crispy bacon, all infused with a rich, smoky flavor. Tuck into a warm bowl of this savory, indulgent dish and enjoy the moment.
My goal was to make this recipe cheesy and creamy, with plenty of smoke flavor. You won’t find Velveeta, American cheese, or cream cheese in this recipe either!
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[@ChilesandSmoke]

What cheeses would you choose?

[@katiewalsh3656]

Definitely sharp or white cheddar or parmesan, maybe havarti or mozzarella. I just love cheese so there's a lot of options. Can't wait to make this.

[@jamesfarley3120]

I just did this and followed the recipe closely. Only variation was the Cavatapi Pasta I used and cheese that had already been smoked. Even though the cheese had smoke I cooked it on my smoker at the recommended temp of 250 or lower. This is key. recipes I've done in the past have had you bake it at too high a temp. I did finish it in the broiler in the oven to crisp up the top. The result is the creamiest, nicely spiced, smoked mac-n-cheese I've ever experienced. A little bit of heaven.

[@ChilesandSmoke]

That’s what I love to hear! Man that sounds delicious too

[@ShawhanFarms]

I’m loving this twist on mac and cheese! The smoky flavor adds such a delicious depth-definitely going to try this version without Velveeta! 😍

[@ChilesandSmoke]

Thanks! Keep me posted if you try it

[@robertbernal3180]

I would use the same cheeses that you used because it looks delicious and seeing you taste it makes me want to do exactly how you did it. Have a wonderful weekend.

[@ChilesandSmoke]

It’s a good one! Thank you sir 🙏

[@MemeTester]

Heck yeah, i like that you know about the temp ranges and what happens when you cook on either side of those ranges. thanks

[@ChilesandSmoke]

Awesome! Hope you enjoy this one 😎

[@kirbyparker4942]

Awesome cook! Looks amazing!

[@ChilesandSmoke]

Thanks so much!

[@beautylustrous2670]

Amazing recipe ❤

[@ChilesandSmoke]

Thanks so much!

[@TM-ew4kn]

Can i cook it in the oven if i do not have a smoker?

[@ChilesandSmoke]

Absolutely! You don’t need to bake it though, you can just broil the top with cheese.

[@TM-ew4kn]

@ChilesandSmoke Thanks! If i put it in the oven, would you recommend I use a little liquid smoke?

[@ChilesandSmoke]

@ No, that’s very bitter. I’d add some chipotle or smoked paprika instead

[@TM-ew4kn]

@@ChilesandSmoke OK, thank you!

[@TM-ew4kn]

​@@ChilesandSmoke Thank you for answering my previous questions! I do have another, I do not eat pork, so can substitute the bacon with chopped pieces of smoke beef brisket?