Smoked Mac & Cheese Recipe | Kitchn

Drain the wood chips. Tear off a double layer of heavy-duty aluminum foil that’s about 11×17 inches. Make a foil boat by rolling the edges up to be roughly the size an 8×8-inch pan (or make it smaller to accommodate the size of your grill). Place 1 cup of the soaked wood chips in the boat.For a gas grill: Remove the grill grates. If there are two burners, place the foil boat on one of the burners. If there are three or more, place the packet on the middle burner. Replace the grill grates. Light the burner under the foil boat and keep the other burners off. Cover and heat for 20 minutes, adjusting the heat as needed to maintain a grill temperature between 250ºF and 350°F, usually medium-low heat.When the macaroni is ready, drain. Return the saucepan to the stovetop, add 4 ounces unsalted butter, and melt over medium heat. While whisking constantly, slowly add 1/4 cup all-purpose flour. Cook, stirring constantly, until just golden in color, 2 to 3 minutes. Place in the smoker over indirect heat if using a grill. Close the smoker, and smoke until the mac and cheese is melty, creamy, and bubbling around the edges, 25 minutes to 1 hour depending on your equipment and desired level of smoky flavor (replenish the smoker with more of the soaked wood chips as needed).Internationally recognized culinary authority Kristina Vänni is a well-known food writer, engaging TV host, award-winning recipe developer, food stylist, and photographer. In addition to writing for industry-leading websites including Better Homes and Gardens, The Spruce Eats, and Food52, she has been a featured expert on national media such as ABC News’ “World News Tonight” and CBS’ “The Talk” and has served as a spokesperson and recipe developer for national brands such as Finlandia, KitchenAid, Post Foods, Baileys, among many others. Kristina is currently writing her first cookbook, an exploration of the traditional and seasonal cuisine from her family’s dairy farm in Finland. Kristina enthusiastically shares her creative content, behind-the-scenes peeks, and industry expertise with food enthusiasts on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.