Smokey Beer Macaroni and Cheese
This Smokey Beer Macaroni and Cheese is full of melty deliciousness and lots of flavor! In addition to combining beer and cheese, it also has a breadcrumb topping for that extra crunch!
This is such a fun way to put a spin on the classic macaroni and cheese! It takes a childhood favorite and makes it perfect for adults! If you’re a fan of beer cheese like I am, this will be right up your alley. The beer flavor is clearly there, but definitely doesn’t overpower the dish. It’s gooey, cheesy and just a little bit crunchy. And with a combination of flavors like paprika, garlic and Worcestershire, what’s not to love?
A side dish like this is perfect for pretty much an occasion. It’s unique and special enough for a holiday, but easy enough to make on a weeknight or bring to a potluck. And as with any mac and cheese, it’s completely addicting.
Ingredients:
Topping
- 6 tbsp panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
Macaroni and Cheese
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beer
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 8 oz yellow cheddar, shredded
- 4 oz white cheddar, shredded
- 8 oz elbow noodles, cooked to al dente according to the package directions and drained