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Short Rib Mac and Cheese
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Short Rib Mac and Cheese

Short Rib Mac and Cheese is fast, easy, and so good.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 1 large serving
Calories 762kcal
Author Tracy

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (2.5oz) uncooked macaroni *
  • Shredded meat from leftover short ribs
  • 1 tablespoon (14g) salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon (8g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup milk any percentage
  • 1/4 cup (1oz) shredded sharp white cheddar*
  • 1/4 cup (1oz) shredded gruyere cheese
  • Pinch of cayenne optional
  • Pinch of nutmeg optional
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  • In a small pot of generously salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • While your pasta cooks, reheat leftover short rib meat in the microwave. Set aside.
  • After warming up the short rib meat, in a small pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk until flour is lightly golden, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Slowly whisk in milk, beating out any lumps as they form. Cook, whisking continuously for 2 to 5 minutes, until mixture becomes thick and bubbly.
  • Remove from heat and stir in cheese. Add cayenne and nutmeg if desired and plenty of salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir cooked and drained pasta into the cheese sauce and transfer to a bowl. Add shredded short rib meat over the top. Enjoy!

Notes

*Feel free to substitute your favorite pasta for macaroni. 

Nutrition

Calories: 762kcal