Guinness and Irish Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese
Guinness and Irish Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese is a gourmet twist on a classic comfort dish that marries the rich flavors of stout beer with sharp Irish cheddar. This creamy mac and cheese features a crunchy garlic breadcrumb topping, elevating it from mere comfort food to an indulgent delight perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy night in or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to impress with its unique flavor profile. Simple to prepare and versatile enough to serve as either a main or side, it’s a must-try for cheese lovers and adventurous eaters alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- ⅔ cup Guinness stout
- 1 ½ cups 2% milk
- ½ cup half and half
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 3 ½ cups shredded Irish cheddar (or another good melting cheese)
- panko breadcrumbs
- minced garlic
- fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook pasta al dente in salted boiling water, then drain.
- In a skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour. Gradually add Guinness, milk, half and half, salt, pepper, and mustard until thickened. Stir in cream cheese and cheddar until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta with cheese sauce.
- Prepare the breadcrumb topping by sautéing garlic in butter, then adding panko until golden.
- Transfer the mac and cheese to a baking dish, top with breadcrumbs, broil until golden brown.
- Serve hot garnished with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg