Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Servings
15
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Calories
463 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese
Description
Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese combines pasta with a multi-cheese sauce that features Velveeta for smooth melting, cottage cheese and sour cream for creaminess, and sharp cheddar for tang and richness. The macaroni is cooked al dente, layered with the cheese sauce, and topped with pulled pork mixed in barbecue sauce. Baking melds the ingredients, allowing the cheese to thicken and the pork to warm through. The dish is finished optionally with French fried onions or fresh parsley for added texture and color.
The interplay between the creamy, cheesy noodles and the smoky, sauced pulled pork makes this casserole substantial and flavorful. It serves about 15, making it suitable for gatherings or meal prep. The balance of textures—soft noodles, gooey cheese, tender meat—and the savory barbecue notes help this stand out from classic mac and cheese.
If halving the recipe, cooking the dish in a cast iron skillet can enhance presentation and crust development on the edges. Calorie counts are approximate depending on ingredient brands and serving size.
Ingredients
- 3 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
- 4 tablespoons butter salted
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 cups milk
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese (cubed)
- 1 1/3 cups cottage cheese
- 2/3 cup sour cream
- 2 cups cheddar cheese divided, shredded sharp
- 4 cups pork pulled
- 1 1/4 cups barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
- Cook macaroni according to package directions (to al dente). Drain the macaroni and place it in a greased 9x13 baking pan (or one slightly larger).
- In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add in the flour, salt and sugar, then stir until smooth.
- Gradually add in the milk, whisking constantly. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until the mixture has thickened. Reduce the heat to low.
- Stir in the Velveeta cheese until melted.
- Stir in cottage cheese, sour cream and 1 cup cheddar cheese until melted.
- Pour the cheese mixture over macaroni.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the pulled pork and barbecue sauce. Spoon the pulled pork evenly over the macaroni and cheese.
- Sprinkle with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake, covered, for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 20 minutes or until heated through.
- Sprinkle the top with french fried onions or freshly snipped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Calories are estimates based on 15 servings; actual values may vary by ingredient brands.
- To halve the recipe, consider cooking in a cast iron skillet for a more attractive presentation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 15Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 463 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 463kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 1241mg | 52% |
| Potassium | 261mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 22g | 44% |
| Vitamin A | 730IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 306mg | 31% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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