Beer Cheese Mac and Cheese Recipe

Bowl of creamy beer macaroni and cheese with a spoon scooping cheesy elbow pasta.

5 from 8 votes

A bowl of gooey, cheesy beer mac and cheese is exactly what you need. Tender macaroni smothered in a rich, creamy beer cheese sauce that comes together on the stovetop in under 30 minutes. Bold flavor, minimal effort, maximum comfort.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Comfort Food, dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 517kcal

Author: Lyuba Brooke

Ingredients

1 lb elbow macaroni
3 tbsp unsalted butter
3 tbsp all purpose flour
1 cup ale or lager
1 1/4 cup whole milk
1 tbsp Grey Poupon mustard
8 oz extra sharp white cheddar cheese block
8 oz Monterrey Jack cheese block
1/2 tsp paprika
1 tsp salt more or less to taste

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Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to boil and season with salt. Cook pasta according to the box instructions. Drain completely once pasta is cooked.
While pasta is cooking, make the beer cheese sauce.
Prepare the ingredients before starting to cook the sauce because this is a fast recipe and you will want to have the ingredients next to you. Measure ingredients and grate the cheese.
Melt butter over medium heat and whisk in flour until smooth.
Start pouring in beer while slowly whisking. Let the mixture come to a simmer.
Whisk in milk, mustard, salt, and paprika.
Add cheeses a handful at a time while slowly and constantly stirring.
Once all cheese is melted and smooth, add pasta. Stir until all completely combined. Let it cook on medium-low for just a couple more minutes and take off heat.

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Notes

Storing (Refrigerator): Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days.
Reheating on Stovetop (best method): Reheat over medium-low heat, adding a splash of milk and stirring until smooth and creamy again.
Microwave: Add a splash of milk and reheat in 30-45 second increments, stirring between each, until heated through. If you notice that you need another splash of milk, that's okay to add a little more to reinvigorate the sauce and pasta.

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