Bacon & Brie Mac & Cheese
By Traeger Kitchen
Grown up mac n’ cheese is smoky & rich. Let the savory bacon, jalapeño, & French cheese introduce your taste buds to a flavor that will never be achieved with boxed pasta.
Prep Time
1 Hr
Cook Time
15 Min
Pellets
Hickory
Ingredients
This recipe serves:
8
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| 32 Ounce | whole milk |
| 1 Tablespoon | onion powder |
| 2 Teaspoon | garlic powder |
| 24 Ounce | brie cheese |
| 1 Cup | cheddar cheese |
| 1 Cup | shredded mozzarella cheese |
| 2 Whole | fresh jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely diced |
| To Taste | salt and pepper |
| 2 Tablespoon | cornstarch |
| 1 Pound | cooked bacon |
| 16 Ounce | cooked penne pasta |
Steps
1
In a double boiler, heat the milk until hot, then whisk in the onion, garlic powder, brie, cheddar, and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.
2
Once cheese is fully incorporated, add the jalapeños, salt and pepper.
3
Make a slurry with the corn starch and water, then add it to the sauce to thicken. Lastly, add the cooked bacon and penne.
4
Place the mac and cheese in a greased, cast iron pan and top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
5
When ready to cook, set the temperature to 350 °F and preheat, lid closed (10 to 15 minutes).
6
Place the pan of mac on the Traeger and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden and bubbly. Serve, enjoy!
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