White Cheddar Mac and Cheese with Pulled Pork

White Cheddar Mac and Cheese with Pulled Pork

This week for lunch, we are making a white cheddar mac and cheese. This is my favorite mac and cheese, made over the stovetop and ready in just 20 minutes! Let’s make it. Find the pulled pork recipe here.

Ingredients

• Mac and Cheese:

  • 1 lb pasta of your choice

  • 2 Tbsp butter

  • 1 (8 oz) block of cream cheese

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream

  • 1 cup parmesan cheese

  • 1 ½ cups gruyère cheese (plus more depending on desired consistency)

  • 1 ½ cups white cheddar cheese

  • 2 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • ½ tsp parsley

  • Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish (optional)

• Grilled Onions (Optional):

  • 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced

  • 1 Tbsp butter

Directions

1. In a large pot over medium heat, melt 2 Tbsp butter and the block of cream cheese. Stir occasionally to help it combine.

2. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

3. Add 2 cups of heavy whipping cream to the melted cream cheese mixture, whisking until fully incorporated.

4. Gradually add the cheeses in increments, stirring in between each addition until melted.

5. Whisk and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

6. Stir in salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, parsley, and Dijon mustard.

7. Mix in the cooked pasta, remove from heat, and set aside.

Grilled Onions (Optional):

8. In a small pan, melt 1 Tbsp butter over medium-low heat.

9. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown. Remove from heat.

Assembly:

10. Divide the mac and cheese into four meal prep containers.

11. Top with grilled onions (if using).

12. Garnish with chives and parmesan.

13. Add pulled pork on top.

14. Drizzle with barbecue sauce.

15. Enjoy!

Storage & Reheating:

• These stay fresh in the fridge for 4-5 days.

• To reheat, microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until heated through.