Nothing brings out the kid in us quite like carving pumpkins. Well, we thought, hey why not make pepper pumpkins and stuff them full of Mac. This is going to be an adult, I mean Kid, favorite.
Mac-O-Lanterns On the Weber Grill
Give it a try on your Weber Grill to add that beautiful barbeque flavor on the pepper.
Yield: Serves 4 people
Prep time: 8 Minutes
Cook time: 8-10 Minutes
Ingredients
Measure Ingredient Prep Notes
4 ea Peppers, Orange, Large Carved like a pumpkin
1 lb Pasta, Penne Cooked and chilled
2 cup Cheese Sauce In jar in pasta aisle
1 cup Alfredo Sauce In jar in pasta aisle
1 cup Cheese, Blend, Mac and Cheese Your choice of brand
Taste Oink Rub, 5280 Culinary As needed for crusting flavor
Prep Directions:
Follow all prep instructions in the prep notes
Pre-Cook pasta or use pasta ready type products from the grocery store
Preparation Directions:
Wash all tools prior to use
Clean and sanitize all cutting boards and prep surfaces prior to use
Read all manufacturer’s instructions before using grills, starters and any cooking tools
Heat Weber grill to 550˚ F
Wash and cut peppers like you would a pumpkin, cut off the top, scoop out the seed and carve out the face. Chef’s Tip: If pepper rolls around on bottom, make a flat spot to hold it stable
Make your favorite Mac and Cheese recipe or us ours above
While mac is still warm, stuff peppers and place the top back on
Place peppers onto a roasting rack or cooking sheet pan
Close grill and cook MAC-O-LANTERNS for 8-10 minutes or until gooey and bubbly
Using tongs and heat proof gloves, remove pan from the grill and bring into the kitchen. Allow to rest for 2-3 minutes and devour.
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