Smoked Shrimp Mac & Cheese

INGREDIENTS
BBQ SHRIMP MARINADE

• 1 tsp Lemon Pepper Seasoning
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 wedge Lemon about 1 tbsp
• 1.5 tsp Liquid Smoke

CHEESE SAUCE

• 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream
• 1.5 cups Sharp Cheddar
• 1 cup Smoked Gouda
• 1/2 cup Pepper Jack
• 1 tsp Butter
• 1 tsp Garlic
• 1 tsp Smoked Salt optional
• 1/4 tsp White Pepper optional

ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS

• 16 oz Elbow Macaroni
• 1/4 cup BBQ Sauce
• 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley
• 1-2 tsp Butter

INSTRUCTIONS
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS

1. Prepare pasta according to package instructions.

BBQ SHRIMP MARINADE

1. In a medium/large bowl, add shrimp marinade ingredients, stir and let marinate at least 15 minutes.
2. In the skillet on medium/high heat, add 1 tsp oil and sauté shrimp until almost cooked through (shrimp will continue to cook in oven).
3. Set aside until further use.

THREE CHEESE SAUCE

1. In a large sauté pan on medium heat, add butter and garlic paste.
2. Sauté for 30 seconds and add heavy cream, whisk.
3. Slowly add in all cheese (except 1/2 cup of cheddar) stirring until thick and bubbly, season with smoked salt and white pepper.
4. Mix macaroni, cheese sauce and shrimp and place in a baking dish and top with cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs.

FINAL ASSEMBLY

1. Broil for 3-5 minutes until bubbly and golden.
2. Drizzle with bbq sauce and garnish with freshly chopped parsley and enjoy!