Memphis Slow-Smoked Pork Ribs & Cornbread-Crusted Mac ‘n’ Cheese

Discover a tantalizing fusion of flavors in this copycat Southern BBQ recipe featuring slow-smoked pork ribs and cornbread crusted mac 'n' cheese.

🕒 Prep - 1 hour, Cook - 3 hours, Total - 4 hours

🍽 Servings: 6 people

🔥 Difficulty: Advanced

🌎 Cuisine: Southern American

Allergens

Milk, Gluten, Eggs

1. Pork Ribs 2. Yellow Cornbread Mix 3. Macaroni Noodles 4. Cheddar Cheese 5. Milk 6. Eggs 7. Butter 8. Smoked Paprika 9. Onion Powder 10. Garlic Powder

Prepare pork ribs by marinating them overnight with a blend of spices and barbecue sauce.
Fire up your grill, slow smoke the pork ribs over hickory wood chips until tender and delicious.
For the mac 'n' cheese, cook macaroni noodles according to package instructions.
Combine cornmeal and milk in a bowl season with spices and bake at 400°F for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Assemble the dish by placing smoked pork ribs over the cornbread crust and topping with a generous serving of mac 'n' cheese.

Smoking the ribs adds depth of flavor, while the cornbread crust on mac 'n' cheese provides a delightful contrast in textures.

The perfect meal for entertaining or a family gathering.

Vegan mac 'n' cheese; use plant-based milk and vegan cheese substitute.

For a faster option, use pre-cooked pork ribs or oven-bake them instead of slow-smoking.

Oven-baked or oven-grilled as an alternative to grilling.

Store separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator; reheat before serving.

Pork ribs - 3 days, Cornbread - 3 days, Mac 'n' Cheese - 5 days

Use rustic stoneware for an authentic Southern feel. Garnish with fresh parsley and cherry tomatoes.

High in protein, fat, and carbohydrates; moderately high in sodium.