Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsThe Lemonade Stand RestaurantSmothered Bbq Sandwich Recipe

Smothered Bbq Sandwich Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Tossed With Our House Made Dr. Pepper BBQ Sauce And Mounded High With Our Three Cheese Macaroni. Drizzled With Our House-Made Mild Dr. Pepper BBQ Sauce & Fresh Cut Scallions.

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Ingredients

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BBQ Sauce

Sandwich Assembly

Method

BBQ Sauce Preparation

  1. 1

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium saucepan, combine Dr. Pepper, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Simmer the Sauce

    Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let it cook for about 15-20 minutes until thickened.

Macaroni and Cheese Preparation

  1. 3

    Cook the Pasta

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

  2. 4

    Make the Cheese Sauce

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

  3. 5

    Add Cheese

    Stir in cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.

  4. 6

    Combine Pasta with Cheese Sauce

    Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix until well combined.

Sandwich Assembly

  1. 7

    Assemble the Sandwich

    On each sandwich bun, layer a generous portion of pulled pork or chicken, followed by a mound of the three cheese macaroni.

  2. 8

    Drizzle with BBQ Sauce

    Drizzle the house-made Dr. Pepper BBQ sauce over the macaroni and top with chopped scallions.

  3. 9

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Smothered BBQ Sandwich!

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