Gourmet Comfort Foods
Fireplace Mac and Cheese
When the days and nights are chilly, there is nothing better than a nice, cozy fire and warm, rich homemade macaroni and cheese. This recipe can be made on any wood- or charcoal-burning fireplace, pit, or grill—all you need is a cast-iron pot or Dutch oven.
Ingredients
- ½ c. butter
- 2 tbsp. flour
- 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard
- 1 c. heavy cream
- 1 c. whole milk
- 1 c. cream cheese
- 2 c. shredded cheddar cheese, plus extra for topping
- 1 tbsp. hot sauce
- 1 tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- 1 (1 lb.) box macaroni noodles, cooked
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- Start a fire in a large fireplace, pit, or charcoal grill. Create a well in the hot coals that will fit your pot. Heat your empty pot for 1–2 minutes before adding any ingredients.
- Melt butter, and stir in flour, creating a roux. Whisk in Dijon, heavy cream, whole milk, and cream cheese until smooth, slightly thick, and bubbly. Whisk in cheddar cheese a handful at a time, and season with hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in cooked noodles until thoroughly mixed, sprinkle with extra cheddar cheese, and cover with a lid.
- Cook for 10–20 minutes or until cheese has melted and browned slightly and is bubbly.
- Carefully remove from the fire, and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Serves 4
Tips: An infrared thermometer comes in handy when making this recipe, as it allows you to check the temperature of the coals before cooking. Heat your coals or wood to 400°F-450°F, and then reduce the temperature to 350°F for the "baking" by letting them cool down naturally or moving the mac and cheese to a cooler spot. Also, make sure you can reach your pot easily, and make sure to wear oven mitts.
This recipe for homemade mac and cheese is sure to please when you share it with friends and family.
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Posted in February 2019 on Dec 11, 2018