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Short Rib Mac and Cheese

Short Rib Mac and Cheese is fast, easy, and so good.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 1 large serving
Calories: 762 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (2.5oz) uncooked macaroni *
  • Shredded meat from leftover short ribs
  • 1 tablespoon (14g) salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon (8g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup milk any percentage
  • 1/4 cup (1oz) shredded sharp white cheddar*
  • 1/4 cup (1oz) shredded gruyere cheese
  • Pinch of cayenne optional
  • Pinch of nutmeg optional
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

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  1. In a small pot of generously salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. While your pasta cooks, reheat leftover short rib meat in the microwave. Set aside.
  3. After warming up the short rib meat, in a small pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk until flour is lightly golden, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  4. Slowly whisk in milk, beating out any lumps as they form. Cook, whisking continuously for 2 to 5 minutes, until mixture becomes thick and bubbly.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in cheese. Add cayenne and nutmeg if desired and plenty of salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Stir cooked and drained pasta into the cheese sauce and transfer to a bowl. Add shredded short rib meat over the top. Enjoy!

Notes

  • *Feel free to substitute your favorite pasta for macaroni. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 762kcal (38%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1large serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 762

% Daily Value*

Calories 762kcal 38%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.