Description
Irish Cheddar Mac and Cheese: a creamy, velvety stovetop delight that blends sharp Irish cheddar, Dijon, and a halal-friendly stout-style twist for a bold, comforting dinner in 30 minutes. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or weeknight comfort meals, this rich mac and cheese delivers restaurant-quality flavor with easy, quick prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz elbow macaroni
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup beef broth or non-alcoholic stout alternative
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2½ cups sharp Irish cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional topping: chopped parsley or green onions
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in milk and beef broth, stirring until smooth and thickened.
- Stir in Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
- Reduce heat to low and add cheddar cheese, stirring until fully melted and creamy.
- Fold in cooked macaroni and mix until evenly coated.
- Serve warm with optional garnish.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, simmer gently after adding cheese, but avoid boiling to prevent separation.
- Use a non-alcoholic stout or extra broth to keep this dish halal-friendly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions for color and a fresh note.
- Leftovers refrigerate well; reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Irish-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 57 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: Irish Cheddar Mac and Cheese, Irish Mac and Cheese, Stovetop Mac and Cheese, Creamy macaroni and cheese, Dijon cheddar, Halal-friendly recipe, St. Patrick's Day dish, Comfort food, Cheese sauce, 30-minute dinner