Guinness and Irish Chedddar Macaroni and Cheese

Name: Guinness and Irish Chedddar Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: European, American
Ingredients: 1 pound (16 ounces) elbow macaroni; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for roux); 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2/3 cup Guinness stout; 1 1/2 cups 2% milk; 1/2 cup half and half; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 ounces cream cheese, cut into pieces; 3 1/2 cups shredded sharp Irish cheddar cheese, divided; 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for topping, optional); 2 teaspoons finely minced garlic (optional); 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional); 1/4 teaspoon salt (for topping, optional); 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (for topping, optional); 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:20min

Guinness and Irish Chedddar Macaroni and Cheese is a rich, creamy stovetop comfort food made with sharp Irish cheddar, Guinness stout, Dijon mustard, and a silky cheese sauce, finished with an optional garlicky breadcrumb topping for crunch.

Updated at: Sat, 28 Feb 2026 06:15:05 GMT