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Cannabis-Infused Mac & Cheese with Chipotle Crumbs
Introduction
Cannabis-Infused Mac & Cheese with Chipotle Crumbs is creamy baked pasta with smoky crumbs and cannabutter folded into the sauce. Keeping the sauce smooth before baking helps the macaroni portion cleanly at the table.
Recipe Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Prep Time | 15 minutes |
| Cook Time | 35 minutes |
| Total Time | 50 minutes |
| Servings | 4 servings |
| Recipe Type | Recipe |
| Infused | Yes |
| Infused Ingredient | Cannabutter |
| Best For | Main dish |
Important Edible Safety Note
Cannabis edibles can take longer to feel than inhaled cannabis and may last longer. Potency depends on the cannabutter, the amount used, how evenly it is mixed, and the serving size. Start with a low serving, wait before taking more, label infused foods clearly, and store them securely away from children, pets, and anyone who could mistake them for non-infused food. This recipe is for adults in places where cannabis use is legal; follow your local laws.
Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 tbsp cannabutter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- Topping:
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp chipotle powder
Equipment
- Oven
- Saucepan or pot
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
Before You Start
Measure the cannabutter before making the sauce, fold it through the macaroni until creamy, and bake until the chipotle crumbs are crisp for 4 servings.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until just al dente, usually 1 minute shy of the package time; drain well and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt cannabutter over medium heat. Stir in flour to make a roux.
- Slowly whisk in milk. Cook until thickened.
- Add cheeses, mustard powder, salt. Stir until smooth.
- Combine with pasta and pour into a baking dish.
- Toss panko, olive oil, and chipotle. Sprinkle on top.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, until the edges bubble, the crumbs are browned, and the center is hot.
- Portion into 4 servings.
Dosing and Portioning Notes
Potency depends on the strength of your cannabutter, the amount used, how evenly it is mixed, and the final serving size. If the cannabutter is not labeled with usable potency information, dosing cannot be calculated from the recipe alone. Use the listed 4 servings to plan measured portions, and calculate dose from the labeled infusion strength before eating.
Tips for Best Results
- Cook the macaroni just shy of tender so it can finish in the oven without turning mushy.
- Whisk the cannabutter and flour into a smooth roux before adding milk, then melt the cheeses off aggressive heat.
- Sprinkle the chipotle crumbs evenly over the top so every serving gets smoky crunch.
Storage and Serving
Serve immediately. For safety, make only what you plan to serve and do not store infused leftovers.
Keep infused food counted, clearly labeled, and secured until serving. Do not leave infused food on counters, tables, or anywhere children, pets, or guests could reach it by accident. Discard anything that was left out, unlabeled, unattended, or cannot be clearly identified.