Beer Mac And Cheese Recipe

Name: Beer Mac And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni; 1 teaspoon and 1/2 tsp salt, divided; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon light flavor olive oil; 1 large shallot, finely minced; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk; 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup dark beer; 2 teaspoons full strength prepared stone ground mustard; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
1 teaspoon and 1/2 tsp salt, divided
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon light flavor olive oil
1 large shallot, finely minced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup dark beer
2 teaspoons full strength prepared stone ground mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

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["Preheat oven to 350 degrees.", "In a large pot, over medium-high heat, bring two quarts water and 1 teaspoon salt to a full rolling boil. Gradually add macaroni and boil approximately 10 minutes or until pasta reaches desired tenderness. Drain.", "Melt butter and olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Saute shallots in butter and olive oil for approximately 2 minutes or until they begin to turn transparent. Add flour to the pan, stirring constantly until a smooth paste forms. Stirring constantly, gradually add milk and continue cooking until mixture is thick and bubbly (mixture should coat the back of a spoon). Add 8 ounces of cheese and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat and add beer, mustard, garlic powder, pepper and remaining salt. Stir well.", "Spray a 9"" x 9"" square glass pan with non-stick cooking spray. In the large pot, combine macaroni and cheese sauce and stir. Pour into 9"" x 9"" baking dish, cover with foil and place into preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, remove foil and continue cooking, uncovered for another 15 minutes.", "Remove macaroni and cheese from the oven. Allow to cool for approximately 5 minutes before serving."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni, 1 teaspoon and 1/2 tsp salt, divided, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon light flavor olive oil, and more.

Yes, Beer Mac And Cheese 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.

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Beer Mac And Cheese

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