Beer-Cheese Mac and Sausages

Health score
3%
Beer-Cheese Mac and Sausages
60 min.
8
532kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in a comforting and flavorful dish that brings together the best of both worlds: creamy mac and cheese and savory sausages, all enhanced with the rich depth of beer. Our Beer-Cheese Mac and Sausages is the perfect meal for any occasion, whether it's a cozy family dinner, a weekend gathering with friends, or a satisfying lunch that will keep you fueled throughout the day.

This delightful recipe combines the classic taste of elbow macaroni with a luscious cheese sauce made from marble jack cheese and a splash of beer, creating a creamy texture that is simply irresistible. The addition of fully cooked smoked sausages adds a hearty element, making this dish not only delicious but also filling. With a hint of ground mustard and a touch of red pepper sauce, every bite is packed with flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Ready in just 60 minutes and serving up to eight people, this dish is as easy to prepare as it is enjoyable to eat. The final touch of popped microwave popcorn on top adds a fun crunch, making it a unique twist on traditional mac and cheese. So gather your loved ones, pour yourself a glass of your favorite beer, and dive into this mouthwatering Beer-Cheese Mac and Sausages that is sure to become a new favorite in your household!

Ingredients

  • cup beer 
  • tablespoons butter 
  • lb little wieners smoked fully cooked
  • oz elbow macaroni (2 cups)
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon ground mustard 
  • cups half and half 
  • oz colby cheese shredded
  • cups butter-flavored microwave popcorn 
  • 0.3 cup onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce red
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. Spray 2 1/2-quart casserole with cooking spray. Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package using minimum cook time. Rinse and return to saucepan.
  2. While macaroni is cooking, in 3-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in butter 2 to 3 minutes or until softened. Stir in flour; cook and stir 1 minute. Gradually stir in half-and-half, mustard, pepper sauce and salt; heat until thickened and bubbly, stirring constantly, about 5 minutes. Stir in beer.
  3. Remove from heat; let stand 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted.
  4. Add sausages to cooked macaroni. Stir in cheese sauce. Spoon macaroni mixture into casserole.
  5. Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until bubbly and top begins to brown. Top with popcorn just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories532kcal
Protein15.04%
Fat63.5%
Carbs21.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.16
Glycemic Load
2.9
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.461739011433%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.11mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.27mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.02mg
Gallocatechin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:532.3kcal
26.62%
Fat:37.03g
56.98%
Saturated Fat:18.52g
115.75%
Carbohydrates:28.15g
9.38%
Net Carbohydrates:26.89g
9.78%
Sugar:4.35g
4.84%
Cholesterol:95.68mg
31.89%
Sodium:924.58mg
40.2%
Alcohol:1.15g
100%
Alcohol %:0.67%
100%
Protein:19.74g
39.48%
Phosphorus:373.19mg
37.32%
Selenium:23.65µg
33.78%
Calcium:275.75mg
27.57%
Zinc:2.69mg
17.91%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.62%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.33%
Vitamin A:632.58IU
12.65%
Copper:0.22mg
10.86%
Magnesium:43.03mg
10.76%
Potassium:302.88mg
8.65%
Iron:1.47mg
8.14%
Vitamin B12:0.37µg
6.08%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.92%
Folate:20.24µg
5.06%
Fiber:1.26g
5.05%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.94%
Vitamin B3:0.89mg
4.47%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.85%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.16%
Vitamin K:2.11µg
2.01%
Vitamin C:1.12mg
1.36%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%