Beer Cheese Mac and Cheese with Spicy Breadcrumbs

A gooey cheddar gouda beer sauce coats every inch of tender pasta in this beer mac and cheese while spicy breadcrumbs on top finish it off perfectly.

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Beer Cheese Mac and Cheese with Spicy Breadcrumbs

A gooey cheddar gouda beer sauce coats every inch of tender pasta in this beer mac and cheese while spicy breadcrumbs on top finish it off perfectly.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 570kcal

Ingredients

Spicy Breadcrumbs

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 medium clove garlic, minced
1/2-1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

Beer Cheese Mac and Cheese

1/4 cup unsalted butter
2 medium cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup light beer
1 cup 2% or skim milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon smoked or regular paprika
1-1/2 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded gouda cheese
1 lb pasta (cavatappi, penne, shells, etc), cooked according to package instructions until al dente
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Spicy Breadcrumbs

Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, red pepper flakes, and breadcrumbs and stir around pan 2-3 minutes until breadcrumbs are golden brown. Remove from heat and transfer breadcrumbs to a small bowl.

Beer Cheese Mac and Cheese

In a medium pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, melt butter. Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant. Whisk in flour until smooth and let cook 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Slowly drizzle in beer, milk, and cream, whisking constantly until smooth and incorporated.
Cook sauce over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sauce is bubbly and thickened. Remove from heat and add Worcestershire, paprika, and cheeses, stirring until cheese is melted.
Fold cooked pasta into sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle spicy breadcrumbs over mac and cheese and serve immediately while warm. Enjoy!

Notes

Storing Instructions

Mac and cheese is best if served immediately after assembly.

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