Description
A hearty and flavorful Steak Mac and Cheese recipe combining tender grilled steak with creamy, cheesy macaroni, topped with bacon bits and fresh parsley for a delicious crusty finish.
Ingredients
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Steak
- 2 favorite steaks
- 3 tbsp cowboy butter rub
- canola oil as needed
- chopped parsley for garnish
Mac & Cheese
- 4 cups macaroni elbows cooked
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar shredded
- 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup bacon bits
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 2.5 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1.5 tbsp cowboy butter rub
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: Slather your steak in canola oil and generously season it with cowboy butter rub. Preheat your grill to high heat (400F). Grill the steaks for 3 minutes per side until they reach 120F internal temperature. Remove from grill and let rest for a couple of minutes before slicing thinly into bite-size pieces. Set aside and keep warm.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: Place a skillet on the grill and melt the unsalted butter. Mix in cowboy butter rub and cook for 1-2 minutes until it forms a paste. Gradually add 75% of the whole milk in batches, stirring constantly to integrate and thicken the mixture.
- Add Flavor and Cheese: Stir in Dijon mustard until combined. Slowly add shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, stirring continuously until the sauce is smooth and fully melted. Thin out the sauce with the remaining milk to desired consistency.
- Combine Macaroni and Cheese Sauce: In another skillet, add cooked macaroni and mix with two-thirds of the cheese sauce. Stir to coat evenly.
- Assemble and Bake: Top the macaroni mixture with sliced steak pieces and bacon bits. Smother with the remaining shredded cheese and cheese sauce. Place the skillet or baking dish in an oven preheated to 400F and bake for 10 minutes to develop a crusty top.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve warm and enjoy your hearty Steak Mac and Cheese.
Notes
- Letting steak rest before slicing ensures juicier meat.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for smoother melting and better texture.
- Adjust the thickness of cheese sauce by adding more or less milk as needed.
- For extra flavor, use smoked bacon bits or add a pinch of smoked paprika.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can pan-sear the steak and bake the mac and cheese in a standard oven-safe dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 750 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
