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Cincinnati BBQ Spice adds flavorful topping to a creamy, sharp mac and cheese
I adore macaroni and cheese - I've made so many variants on it in the past few years, I can't quite count them. This dish is inspired by the Incline Public House in Cincinnati, Ohio. They served up a good mac and cheese dish crusted with a Cincinnati only BBQ spice called Grippo's. I made mine sharper, a bit creamier, and topped with the chips instead of just the seasoning.

Posted by kitkatherine from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States • Published See kitkatherine's 8 projects »
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  • How to cook macaroni cheese. Grippos Crusted Mac N Cheese - Step 1
    Step 1

    You'll need the following ingredients :

    16 Ounces Rotini Pasta
    4 Tablespoons + 1 Tablespoon Butter
    1/4 Cup All Purpose Flour
    2 1/2 Cups Half and Half Cream
    8 Ounces Deli Sharp White American cheese
    6 Ounces + 2 Ounces Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
    1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
    1 Teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
    BBQ Potato Chips

  • How to cook macaroni cheese. Grippos Crusted Mac N Cheese - Step 2
    Step 2

    Start by cutting and beginning to melt your butter (4 TBSP). Use the remaining 1 TBSP to butter an 8" x 8" glass dish. Preheat your oven to 375 Degrees Fahrenheit as well.

  • How to cook macaroni cheese. Grippos Crusted Mac N Cheese - Step 3
    Step 3

    In a large stock pot, prepare your pasta according to package directions and drain well.

  • How to cook macaroni cheese. Grippos Crusted Mac N Cheese - Step 4
    Step 4

    While the noodles are cooking begin the sauce, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium low heat in a 3-4 Qt. stock pot. Once the butter has melted, add in the flour and stir well. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to form a roux.

  • How to cook macaroni cheese. Grippos Crusted Mac N Cheese - Step 5
    Step 5

    Slowly add the cream, whisking after adding each small amount to avoid lumps, until you have added all 2 1/2 cups. Cook the mixture on a medium high heat, whisking frequently, until it thickens and bubbles.

  • How to cook macaroni cheese. Grippos Crusted Mac N Cheese - Step 6
    Step 6

    Shred any block cheese and tear deli cheese into smaller chunks for melting.

  • How to cook macaroni cheese. Grippos Crusted Mac N Cheese - Step 7
    Step 7

    Put the sauce on a low to medium heat and slowly add in the cheeses, making sure all cheese had melted before adding the next handful. Add the Worcestershire sauce and pepper. Return the sauce to a low heat and cook for 2-3 minutes.

  • How to cook macaroni cheese. Grippos Crusted Mac N Cheese - Step 8
    Step 8

    Place noodles into pan and pour cheese sauce over noodles. Mix well.

  • How to cook macaroni cheese. Grippos Crusted Mac N Cheese - Step 9
    Step 9

    Top with crushed up potato chips. We added extra seasoning, or have at times.

  • How to cook macaroni cheese. Grippos Crusted Mac N Cheese - Step 10
    Step 10

    Cook in the oven at 375 Degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes.

  • How to cook macaroni cheese. Grippos Crusted Mac N Cheese - Step 11
    Step 11

    Remove and serve!

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