Smoky BBQ Brisket Sandwich + Mac & Cheese

Bring Your Own Protein Pretzels to the BBQ and make every bite extra crunchy, flavorful, and nourishing.

For the Sandwich:

• 6 oz smoked brisket, thinly sliced
• 2 low carb sandwich rolls
• 1/2 cup CRISP POWER Cheddar Protein Pretzels, lightly crushed & divided
• 2 tablespoons sugar-free BBQ sauce
• 2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced onion (preferably pickled or grilled)
• 1/4 cup shredded lettuce (optional)

For the Mac and Cheese:

• 1 cup cooked high protein macaroni (chickpea or lentil pasta works great)
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons milk or unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon CRISP POWER Cheddar Protein Pretzels, crushed (for topping)

Instructions:

1. Heat brisket and toss with BBQ sauce.
2. Layer the roll with brisket, cheddar cheese, onion, lettuce, and half the Protein Pretzels.
3. For the side: Warm pasta with milk and cheddar until melted, top with crushed Protein Pretzels.
4. Serve, sprinkle remaining Protein Pretzels over the sandwich, and enjoy.