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Beautifully served smoked shotgun shells.

Smoked Shotgun Shells

Experience the fusion of flavors with the Smoked Shotgun Shells Recipe, a tasty barbecue dish that promises a burst of smoky goodness in every bite.
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Prep Time 14 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Resting Time 6 hours
Total Time 8 hours 14 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 1 people
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 0.1 lb Ground Beef
  • 0.1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese (shredded)
  • 0.2 tbsp BBQ Brisket Rub
  • 1 shell Manicotti Shells
  • 2 slices Bacon
  • 1 tbsp BBQ Sauce

Instructions
 

  • Mixing: In a spacious bowl, blend together the ground beef, cheese, and 1½ tablespoons of the BBQ rub until the mixture is uniform. The hands-on approach ensures a thorough mix, but feel free to use kitchen gloves for hygiene.
    0.1 lb Ground Beef, 0.1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese (shredded), 0.2 tbsp BBQ Brisket Rub
  • Stuffing: Spread out your manicotti shells on a clean surface. Carefully fill each shell with the beef and cheese blend, ensuring they're generously packed but not overflowing.
    1 shell Manicotti Shells
  • Wrapping: Gently wrap each stuffed shell with two slices of bacon, ensuring they're snug. Once wrapped, give them a gentle sprinkle with the remaining BBQ rub for that extra flavor punch.
    2 slices Bacon, 0.2 tbsp BBQ Brisket Rub
  • Resting: Place the wrapped shells in a container and let them chill in the fridge. This 4-6 hour resting period allows the flavors to meld and the rub to set in.
  • Smoking: Fire up your smoker, aiming for a steady temperature of 250 °F. Once ready, lay out the shotgun shells on a jerky tray or wire rack, ensuring they're spaced out for even smoking. Let them enjoy this smoky bath for 1½ hours, absorbing all those rich flavors.
  • Crisping: To achieve that irresistible crispy bacon texture, ramp up the smoker's temperature to 350 °F. Allow the shells to cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Glazing: With a basting brush, gently coat each shell with your chosen BBQ sauce. This not only adds a tangy kick but also gives them a glossy finish. Let them cook for a final 10 minutes.
    1 tbsp BBQ Sauce
  • Serving: Present them hot, straight from the smoker, accompanied by some extra BBQ sauce on the side. Whether it's a backyard gathering or a family dinner, these smoked shotgun shells are bound to be the star of the show!

Nutrition

Serving: -1shellCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gCalcium: 120mgIron: 1.8mg
Keyword Smoked Shotgun Shells
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