Grilled Mac and Cheese with Duck Bacon

Take mac 'n cheese to a new level with Duck Bacon for a gourmet meal finished on the grill.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Cavatappi or Macaroni Pasta
  • 4 Tbsp Butter
  • 2 Tbsp Flour
  • 2 cups Milk, Warm
  • 1-1/2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Gruyère Cheese
  • Salt and Coarsely Ground Black Pepper, To Taste
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
  • Panko Breadcrumbs
  • Paprika, To Taste

Direction

  • Preheat grill to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large saucepan, cook macaroni in salted, boiling water on the stove untilal dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a 12-inch cast iron skillet heated to medium, melt butter. Add flour while stirring with a spoon or whisk. Slowly add warm milk, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth.
  • Add cheddar cheese, stirring until melted, and then add Gruyère, salt and pepper. Stir until melted.
  • Add pasta and chopped duck bacon, stirring until evenly coated in the cheese sauce.
  • Transfer skillet to the grill and sprinkle with Parmesan, breadcrumbs and paprika. Cover grill and cook 15-20 minutes, or until top is browned and slightly crispy.This recipe can be finished in a preheated 350 degree F oven instead of on the grill.