Beer Cheese and Mac Recipe

Name: Beer Cheese and Mac
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces shell pasta noodles, such as conchiglie; 8 ounces amber beer; 8 ounces half-and-half; 16 ounces cream cheese; 3 tablespoons wet harissa; 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 8 ounces extra-sharp Cheddar, shredded (about 2 1/2 cups); 6 ounces smoked gouda, shredded (about 2 cups); 2 ounces super-aged gouda, shredded (about 1/2 cup); 1/3 cup breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Servings: persons

16 ounces shell pasta noodles, such as conchiglie
8 ounces amber beer
8 ounces half-and-half
16 ounces cream cheese
3 tablespoons wet harissa
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces extra-sharp Cheddar, shredded (about 2 1/2 cups)
6 ounces smoked gouda, shredded (about 2 cups)
2 ounces super-aged gouda, shredded (about 1/2 cup)
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta to al dente according the package direction.
3
Combine the beer, half-and-half and cream cheese in a large saucepan over medium-low heat and cook, whisking, until the cream cheese is melted and well incorporated, about 5 minutes.
4
Add the harissa and mustard powder to the saucepan.
5
Season with salt and pepper and whisk to incorporate.
6
Stir in the Cheddar and smoked gouda and cook, stirring, over low heat until all the cheese is melted.
7
Add the pasta and toss to combine.
8
Pour into an 8-inch square baking dish.
9
Combine the super-aged gouda, breadcrumbs and oil in a small bowl and sprinkle over the top of the pasta.
10
Bake until golden brown and bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes.

1100

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces shell pasta noodles, such as conchiglie, 8 ounces amber beer, 8 ounces half-and-half, 16 ounces cream cheese, and more.

Yes, Beer Cheese and Mac falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Beer Cheese and Mac

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