Bbq Macaroni Salad Receita

This award-winning BBQ Macaroni Salad recipe puts a delicious spin on a classic! Inspired by a Cook's Illustrated recipe, this version features a sweet and smoky BBQ flavor profile with your choice of sauce (Texas Best or Bull's-Eye recommended). Get ready for a creamy, tangy, and perfectly textured pasta salad that's perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a casual weeknight dinner. We've added a few tweaks to ensure optimal flavor and texture, so get ready to impress!

Preparo 25 min

Cozimento 140 min

Calorias 279.9 kcal

Proteína 13g

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Ingredientes para Bbq Macaroni Salad

1 pound elbow macaroni
part of 1 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
part of 1 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped scallions
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
4 quarts (1 gallon) water
2-3 tablespoons warm water

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Como fazer Bbq Macaroni Salad

Bring 4 quarts (1 gallon) of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon of salt.
Add 1 pound of macaroni (elbow or your favorite shape) and cook until nearly tender but still firm to the bite, about 5-7 minutes.
Drain the macaroni in a colander and rinse thoroughly with cold water until completely cool. Drain again briefly, leaving the pasta slightly moist.
Transfer the cooled macaroni to a large bowl.
Add 1 cup chopped bell peppers (any color), 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1/2 cup chopped scallions, 1/4 cup white wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon hot sauce (your preference), 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional). Gently toss to combine and let sit for 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Stir in 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise and 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (Texas Best or Bull's-Eye recommended, or your favorite). Gently toss and let stand for 5 minutes to allow excess liquid to be absorbed.
Stir in 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. If the salad seems dry before serving, stir in 2-3 tablespoons of warm water to restore creaminess.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

Carbs

14g

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Perguntas frequentes

Quanto tempo leva para fazer Bbq Macaroni Salad?

Bbq Macaroni Salad leva cerca de 165 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 25 minutos de preparo e 140 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem Bbq Macaroni Salad?

Bbq Macaroni Salad tem aproximadamente 279.9 calorias por porção, com cerca de 13 g de proteína, 14 g de carboidratos e 13 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para Bbq Macaroni Salad?

Os principais ingredientes de Bbq Macaroni Salad são Elbow Macaroni, Red Bell Pepper, Green Bell Pepper, Celery, Scallions, Sharp Cheddar Cheese. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.