Jul 14 2026
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Mac With Back Recipe

Inspired by Alchemy at Aldeen
Time30m
Serves4

Mac & Cheese | BBQ Sauce | Bacon | Smoked Gouda | Cheddar | Mozzarella

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pasta

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Make the Cheese Sauce

    In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk for about 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually add milk, whisking continuously until the mixture thickens.

  3. 3

    Combine Cheeses

    Remove the pot from heat and stir in the smoked gouda, cheddar, and mozzarella until melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika to taste.

  4. 4

    Mix in Pasta and Bacon

    Add the cooked macaroni and crumbled bacon to the cheese sauce, stirring until well combined.

  5. 5

    Add BBQ Sauce

    Fold in the barbecue sauce until evenly distributed throughout the mac and cheese.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Transfer the mac and cheese to serving bowls and enjoy warm. Optionally, top with extra bacon or cheese before serving.

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