BEER AND BACON MACARONI AND CHEESE

Beer and Bacon Macaroni and Cheese image

We put a creative spin on classic mac and cheese by adding our favorite beer and bacon. Six tests later, we are happy. -Cindy Worth, Lapwai, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
6 bacon strips, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-3/4 cups 2% milk
2/3 cup brown ale or chicken broth
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Additional green onions

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente; drain. , Meanwhile, in a 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels. In the same pan, add garlic; cook and stir 30 seconds. Stir in flour until blended; gradually whisk in milk and beer. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Stir in cheeses until blended. Add macaroni, green onions, salt, pepper and half the bacon; stir to combine. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining bacon and additional green onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 767mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.