Description
Smoked Shotgun Shells are a delicious, crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines crispy bacon, savory ground meat, and creamy cheese stuffed into pasta tubes. This flavorful dish is perfect for gatherings or family dinners, offering a burst of smoky goodness with every bite. Ideal for any skill level, these shells are sure to impress your guests and create memorable moments around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large manicotti or cannelloni pasta tubes
- 1 lb ground beef (or preferred meat)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
Instructions
- Preheat smoker to 225°F (107°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Stuff each pasta tube tightly with the meat mixture using a piping bag or spoon.
- Wrap each filled tube with a slice of bacon, overlapping slightly.
- Place on the smoker rack and smoke for approximately 2 hours until bacon is crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before slicing to serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 shotgun shells (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg