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BBQ Mac and Cheese

May 22, 2014 · 35 Comments

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This BBQ Mac n’ Cheese is full of flavor and spice. It’s a perfect meal for weeknights or weekends!

Here is an easy meal that is both comforting and satisfying.

I lightened up the base with a blend of cottage cheese and milk, then kicked it up with spices and half a jalapeno. So go ahead and treat yourself to seconds!

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BBQ Mac and Cheese


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5 from 2 reviews

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 Servings 1x
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Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 1 tsp. brown sugar
  • ½ jalapeño
  • ½ cup Italian parsley
  • 1¼ cup milk
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 onion – diced
  • ¾ tsp. ground cumin
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. black pepper
  • 2–3 tbs. butter
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded or your favorite
  • ¼ cup Italian style breadcrumbs or homemade breadcrumbs
  • 1 lb. of your favorite macaroni

Instructions

  1. Prepare the macaroni as directed.
  2. Combine in a food processor the cottage cheese, milk, Parmesan cheese, ketchup, brown sugar, jalapeño, garlic, parsley and seasonings.
  3. Heat a frying pan with butter and sauté the onions until softened and transparent.
  4. Heat another frying pan with a pat of butter; add the bread crumbs; toss and brown a bit.
  5. Preheat Oven 325 degrees:
  6. Butter a baking dish. Add the macaroni, the mixture from the food processor, the shredded cheese, the onions and toss.
  7. Top with the bread crumbs a few pats of butter and grated Parmesan cheese and a little shredded cheese.
  8. Bake 25 – 30 minutes; until slightly golden.

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Enjoy with Love,
Catherine

xo

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Comments

  1. Sandee says

    22/05/2014 at 4:49 pm

    I'm eating mac and cheese right now, but it doesn't look or sound as good as this mac and cheese.

    Have a fabulous day Catherine. Big hugs. ♥♥♥
    Reply
  2. June says

    22/05/2014 at 5:54 pm

    Looks delish! I've never added cottage cheese to mac n cheese, but it sounds like it would add a lovely creamy texture. Mmmm I can taste it already :)
    Reply
  3. Nisa Homey says

    22/05/2014 at 6:04 pm

    Catherine, this would be my idea of a perfect meal....though, I never tried adding cottage cheese to Mac and Cheese....thanks for the tip.
    Reply
  4. Ordinary J says

    22/05/2014 at 6:05 pm

    Love Mac & Cheese, but never had BBQ ones. Interesting:)
    Reply
  5. David says

    22/05/2014 at 6:19 pm

    Catherine, Very interesting! I love BBQ and I love Mac 'n Cheese so why not?! We'll have to give this a try... Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
    Reply
  6. Heather King says

    22/05/2014 at 6:30 pm

    I cannot wait to try this! I love BBQ with cheese so this sounds delicious!
    Reply
  7. Mary Frances McNellis says

    22/05/2014 at 7:32 pm

    The new logo looks great! And this mac and cheese is truly blowing my mind. Heck yeah to BBQ and cheesy noodles!
    Reply
    • Tammy says

      23/05/2014 at 4:12 pm

      Haha thank you Mary Frances! ;) ...This mac & cheese was seriously delicious...I couldn't stop picking at it.
      Reply
  8. Spicie Foodie says

    22/05/2014 at 7:37 pm

    Catherine,
    What a fantastic Mac & Cheese recipe! It's the perfect summer dish.
    Reply
  9. Dottie says

    22/05/2014 at 9:02 pm

    Dear Catherine,
    Wow, I have never heard of BBQ mac and cheese. It looks so yummy...I love the top nice and crispy! Great like you said, rain or shine..the flors must be amazing. Have to try this...Thank you Catherine for sharing...
    Blessings...Dottie :)
    Reply
  10. JG says

    22/05/2014 at 9:09 pm

    This sounds perfect for a BBQ!
    ~Judy
    Reply
  11. JG says

    22/05/2014 at 9:11 pm

    This sounds perfect for a BBQ!
    ~Judy
    Reply
  12. Beth says

    22/05/2014 at 9:34 pm

    I absolutely love the look of this recipe! This would be a huge hit with my family.
    Reply
  13. Lisa says

    22/05/2014 at 10:30 pm

    OK. This looks sincerely dangerous! I'm thinking it'd be great with my ribs this weekend!
    Reply
  14. vrinda says

    22/05/2014 at 10:46 pm

    WOW,that Mac n cheese is loaded with flavors,must try recipe,Thanx for sharing
    Reply
  15. speedy70 says

    22/05/2014 at 10:57 pm

    Questa è una ghiottoneria, quanto mi piace!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Reply
  16. My Little Space says

    22/05/2014 at 11:51 pm

    Hi Catherine, thank you so much for stopping by my humble little space. You have a very delicious site here. Emm.... can't stopped scrolling around. Hope to see you around more often.
    Blessings, Kristy
    Reply
  17. Dawn Yucuis says

    23/05/2014 at 2:57 am

    I like the twist you did on the mac and cheese. BBQ mac and cheese sounds wonderful!!
    Reply
  18. Elzbieta Hester says

    23/05/2014 at 5:18 am

    My Goodness! That's a good one! Totally delicious and comforting!

    ela h.
    Gray Apron
    Reply
  19. Medeja says

    23/05/2014 at 9:40 am

    Yummy! I was looking for a good recipe for ages! Sounds like I found one :)
    Reply
  20. Laurence G. says

    23/05/2014 at 2:35 pm

    This mac and cheese seems sumptuous and creamy. I am very intigued by the addition of ketchup.
    Reply
  21. Amelia says

    23/05/2014 at 2:47 pm

    Hi Catherine, wow... this cheesy cheesy is absolutely delicious. Well done, 2 thumbs up for you.

    Best regards. God bless you and all at home.
    Reply
  22. Amy at Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says

    24/05/2014 at 3:33 am

    Wow, this is not your kid's mac and cheese! The ingredients are unusual, but it sounds delicious!
    Reply
  23. Rose Clearfield says

    25/05/2014 at 9:17 pm

    I've never had barbecue mac and cheese, but I'm intrigued now! I hope that you're enjoying your weekend.
    Reply
  24. Sugar Cookies to Peterbilts says

    26/05/2014 at 1:17 am

    This is mac and cheese taken to a new level! I will be trying this over the summer :)
    Reply
  25. Miz Helen says

    27/05/2014 at 6:18 pm

    Hi Catherine,
    Oh my goodness, I am going to be in love with your BBQ Mac and Cheese, can't wait to taste this awesome dish. Thanks so much for sharing your awesome recipe with Full Plate Thursday. Hope you are having a great week and come back soon!
    Miz Helen
    Reply
  26. Kathy Shea Mormino says

    27/05/2014 at 10:51 pm

    Bar B Q Mac and Cheese, I have never heard of this before and can't wait to try it. It looks delicious!
    Thank you for sharing with the Clever Chicks Blog Hop! I hope you’ll join us again next week!

    Cheers,
    Kathy Shea Mormino
    The Chicken Chick
    http://www.The-Chicken-Chick.com


    Reply
  27. The Charm of Home says

    29/05/2014 at 4:54 pm

    Wow! What a great flavor combo!
    Sherry
    Reply
  28. Michelle Meche says

    31/05/2014 at 10:41 pm

    Thank you for sharing with See Ya in the Gumbo. I like mac and cheese recipes that have a fun twist!
    Reply
  29. Manila Spoon says

    25/08/2015 at 8:16 am

    I love the spicy kick in this BBQ Mac and Cheese! Pinned for trying later. :)

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  30. Tina Jui | The Worktop says

    25/08/2015 at 8:25 am

    This looks absolutely delicious! Craving some mac and cheese now!
    Reply
  31. [email protected] says

    25/08/2015 at 10:55 am

    This just may be the best mac and cheese ever! Love all the flavors!
    Reply
  32. allie @ Through Her Looking Glass says

    25/08/2015 at 1:42 pm

    Dear Catherine, We've got some serious mac and cheese lovers at our house. We also have a restaurant called Mr. Mac's nearby. All mac & cheeses variations. they even have chicken cordon bleu mac & cheese. My boy love that place, but we don't go often. I'm certain this BBQ Mach & Cheese would be a serious rival to that in our house....

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  33. Melissa Falk says

    25/08/2015 at 5:20 pm

    Hey, Catherine! Another great looking recipe from you. Thanks!
    Reply
  34. Julianne @ Beyond Frosting says

    26/08/2015 at 6:01 am

    I love this twist on a classic mac and cheese!
    Reply

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