BBQ Ribs & Buffalo Mac ’N’ Cheese
with Creamy Slaw
BBQ Ribs & Buffalo Mac ’N’ Cheese
Sticky, smoky ribs pair with tangy buffalo mac and a cool, creamy slaw for a bold, comfort-food dinner with just the right kick.
Ingredients
For 2 servings
- 1 unit BBQ Baby Back Ribs
- 6 ounce Cavatappi Pasta
- 2 tablespoon Cream Cheese
- 8 ounce Cream Sauce Base
- ½ ounce Frank's RedHot® Original Seasoning Blend
- 1 teaspoon Hot Sauce
- ¼ cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- ½ cup Pepper Jack Cheese
- 2 unit Scallions
- 4 ounce Shredded Red Cabbage
- 1.5 tablespoon Sour Cream
- ½ cup White Cheddar Cheese
- 5 teaspoon White Wine Vinegar
Additional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- Pepper
- Salt
- 1.5 teaspoon Sugar

American
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DifficultyMedium
Prep Time10m
Total Time40m
Calories1780
Protein75g
Carbs149g
Fat99g
Tags:
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
⚠️Allergens:
🥛Milk🌾WheatSwaps and substitutions
For dairy-free needs, use plant-based sour cream, cream cheese and shredded cheeses, and choose a non-dairy sauce base if available. For wheat-free eating, swap the pasta and breadcrumbs for gluten-free versions; the ribs and slaw elements can stay the same.
What to serve with it
Serve with a crisp green salad or roasted broccoli to cut the richness, plus cornbread or warm rolls if you want a fuller plate. A tangy pickle relish or extra slaw on the side also helps balance the smoky, spicy flavors.
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