Secret “Ingredient” Mac & Cheese

Whether out of the box or homemade, macaroni and cheese holds a special place for many of us as our first favorite comfort food. And now that we’re all grown up, it’s time to reimagine this beloved dish with a “secret” twist: beer!

Break out your crockpot, grab a six-pack of Secret Chief Stout and some simple ingredients and get ready to enjoy a rich, savory, mouthwatering take on an all-time classic.

• 1lb stew meat
• 1 tsp beef bouillon
• 1 cup water
• 1 12oz bottle Secret Chief Stout
• 1 tbl Creole seasoning
• 2 cloves of garlic
• Dash of salt

Add all the above ingredients to your crockpot and cook on “high” for 3 hours. Once cooked, add:

• 10oz pasta of your choice—rotini or macaroni elbows work well
• 1.5 cup milk
• 3 tbl butter
• 3 tbl flour
• 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (added in parts and stirred thoroughly in between)
• 2 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese (added in parts and stirred thoroughly in between)

Cook on “high” for 25 minutes and serve with a Secret Chief Stout on the side. Bon appétit!