Smoked Shotgun Shells
Smoked Shotgun Shells are a mouthwatering culinary delight, perfect for gatherings or tailgating. These savory treats feature smoky flavors wrapped in crispy lasagna noodles, filled with a creamy sausage mixture that will leave everyone craving more. Easy to prepare and customize with your favorite ingredients, they are an impressive addition to any menu. Serve them hot with BBQ sauce on the side for an unforgettable experience that will have your guests raving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 shotgun shells 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 uncooked lasagna noodles
- 1 pound ground sausage (spicy or mild)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your choice)
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground sausage and softened cream cheese until smooth. Stir in shredded cheeses and spices until well combined.
- Lay out lasagna noodles and spoon the filling onto each noodle, rolling tightly from one end to another. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Brush the assembled shells generously with BBQ sauce.
- Smoke the shells for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and they turn golden brown.
- Allow to cool briefly before serving with extra BBQ sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shotgun shell (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor, wrap the shells in bacon before smoking. Customize with jalapeños or different cheeses based on your preferences. To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.