101ThingstoDowithBeer

ElizaCross

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101ThingstoDowithBeer

TableofContents

HelpfulHints

Appetizers

EasyBeerCheeseDip
Beer-BatteredCauliflower
GoldenBeerCheesePuffs
CrispyBeerChickenWings
BeerCandiedBacon
GarlicParmesanOnionRings
LightandCrispyOnionShoestrings
BeerBarbecueKielbasaBites
AleCaramelizedOnionandBaconDip
Bacon-WrappedBeerBrats
Beer-BatteredJalapenoChips
CervezaconQuesoDip
BeerCheeseCrackers
MiniCornDogs
Stout-GlazedChickenSkewers

Breads

EasySwissCheesyBeerBread
Beer-BatteredAppleFritters
Light-As-A-FeatherDoughnutHoles
EasyBeerBiscuits
Beer,Bacon,andCheddarCornbread
CarawayBeerBread
SoftBeerPretzels
BeerandPimientoCheeseMuffins
Honey-WheatBeerBread
BeerCornbreadWaffles
CheeseandChiveBeerScones
BeerFocacciaBread
GermanCoffeeCake
BestGlazedBananaBread

SaucesandCondiments

BeerBarbecueSauce
BeerCheddarSauce
BestBeerTurkeyBrine
StoutMushroomSauce
SpicyBeerMustard
OrangeAleSaladDressing
AppleAleGingerChutney
BeerButterscotchSauce

Soups

BestBeerCheeseSoup
CreamyCrabChowder
BeerandBaconSplitPeaSoup
FrenchAppleandBrieSoup
TexasRedChili
IrishRedPotatoSoup
ChickenWildRiceSoup
SlowCookerBeer'n'BratwurstCheddarSoup
FrenchOnionSoup
BeerBeefStew
BaconCheeseburgerSoup
NavyBean,SmokedSausage,andBeerSoup

Dinners

One-PanBeerOnionChicken
BeerBaconMacandCheese
Beer-InatedGrilledPorkChops
BeerCheeseFondue
Beer-SimmeredSausageandRice
BeerBarbecueSlowCookerRibs
BeerBoiledShrimp
BeefandStoutPotpie
ChickenandDumplings
WelshRarebit
Beer-SimmeredChickenTacos
CrispyBeerBatterFishFilets
ExtraCrispyFriedChicken
BeerCanChicken
SlowCookerBeerFrenchDip
EasyGlazedCornedBeef
GrilledBeerBratwurst
BestBeefBrisket
SpaghettiwithBeer-BraisedMeatballs
SpicySweetSlow-CookedPulledPork
ChickenandMushroomRisotto
HoneyMustardRoastPork
ItalianBeef
Beer-BraisedPotRoast
BeerandMolassesGlazedBBQChicken

SideDishes

Bacon,Cheddar,andBeerPotatoesAuGratin
ButteredMushroomswithThyme
GermanPotatoSaladwithBeerDressing
CreamyCheddarandBeerBroccoli
Beans,Bacon,andBeer
GrilledCornwithChileLimeButter
GermanGreenBeans
Beer-BraisedGarlicParmesanAcornSquash
CheesyBeerHashBrowns
BeerRefrigeratorPickles
Beer-GlazedCarrots
SweetandSourPaleAleColeSlaw

Desserts

ChocolateStoutCakewithCreamCheeseFrosting
AppleCinnamonBeerBatterCrepes
CherryBeeryBundtCake
SpicyGingerbreadCake
ChocolateGlazedStoutBrownies
ChocolateStoutIceCream
IrishCheesecake
VanillaBeerCake
Beer-BatteredCaramelBananas

Sweets

StoutAlmondBrittle
BeerPretzelTruffles
ChocolateStoutFudge
BeerCaramelCorn
BeerSeaSaltCaramels
Beer-GlazedPeanuts

AbouttheAuthor

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HelpfulHints

1. Eachtypeofbeerhasadistinctiveflavorprofilethatcanenhancefoods.Thesearethebasic

typesofbeer:

2. Pilsnerisacrisplagerwithalightlybitterflavor.

3. Bockbeerisastrong,darkerlagerwithmaltyflavors.

4. Wheatbeerisoftenunfiltered,withamellow,fruityflavor.

5. Palealeiscrisp,withabitter,hoppyflavor.

6. IPAandDoubleIPAarebitterwithmoreaggressivehopsandmaltflavors.

7. Porterisadark,medium-bodiedbeerwithmaltysweetandbitterhopsflavors.

8. Stoutisadark,heavybeerwithtoastycoffeeandchocolateflavors.

9. Non-alcoholic,low-alcohol(3.2%),andlight(low-calorie)beerscanbesubstitutedforregular

beerinmanyrecipes,butthebeerflavormaybelesspronounced.

10. Donotusenon-alcoholicbeersinbakingrecipes,sincetheyeastinregularbeeractsasa

leaveningagent.

11. Beermakesanexcellentmarinadeformeats,asitsenzymeshaveatenderizingeffect.When

grillingbeer-marinatedmeats,thebeer ’snaturalsugarshelppromotebrowningand
caramelizing.

12. Sincebeerdoesn’thaveasmuchacidityaswine,meatscanbemarinatedforalongerperiodof

time(upto48hours)andabsorbmoreflavor.

13. Whenaddingbeertoamixture,usealargermixingbowlsincebeercanfoamupuponcontact

withotheringredients.

14. Oncebeerisaddedtoabatter,handleitgently.Stirringtoovigorouslycanreducethebubbles

andlessenthebeer ’sleaveningqualities.

15. Bakedgoodsmadewithbeergenerallyhavealongershelflifeandmoistertexturethanthose

madewithoutbeer.

16. Whencookingwithverybitterbeers,addingatouchofbrownsugar,maplesyrup,orhoneymay

helpbalancetheflavors.

17. Whencookingwithalcoholicbeer,somealcoholmayremaininthedish.Ingeneral,thelongera

dishiscooked,thelessalcoholremains.

18. Becauseevensmallamountsofalcoholcanbeaproblemforsomepeople,adviseguestsifa

dishhasbeenpreparedwithbeer.

19. Usecautionwhencookingwithbeerinfoodsthatwillbefrozen,asthealcoholcaninhibitthe

freezingprocess.

Appetizers

EasyBeerCheeseDip

1package(8ounces)creamcheese,softened
1cupsourcream
1/3cupregularornon-alcoholicbeer
1enveloperanchsaladdressingmix
2cups(8ounces)gratedcheddarcheese
pretzelsorpitachips

Inalargebowl,beatthecreamcheese,sourcream,beer,anddressingmixuntilsmooth.Stirin
cheddarcheese.Servewithpretzelsorpitachips.Makesabout3-1/2cups.

Beer-BatteredCauliflower

1cupflour
1-1/2teaspoonsbakingpowder
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoongarlicpowder
1/4teaspoononionpowder
1/4teaspoonpepper
2tablespoonsgratedParmesancheese
1cuplagerbeer
4cupsfreshcauliflowerflorets
peanutoil,forfrying
2/3cupranchdressing

Inalargebowl,whisktogethertheflour,bakingpowder,salt,garlicpowder,onionpowder,pepper,
cheese,andbeeruntilsmooth.Addcauliflowerfloretsandtossuntilwellcoatedwithbatter.

Indeepfryerorheavysaucepan,heatabout3inchesofoilto375degrees.Frycauliflowerinbatches,
turningonce,untilgoldenbrown,about2–3minutes.Drainonpapertowels.

Servewarmwithranchdressingfordipping.Makes8servings.

GoldenBeerCheesePuffs

1cupbeer
1/4cupbutter
1cupflour
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspooncayennepepper
1-1/2cupsgratedSwisscheese
4eggs

Preheatovento400degrees.Prepareabakingsheetwithnonstickcookingspray.

Combinebeerandbutterinamediumsaucepan.Bringtoaboil.Addflourallatonceandbeatuntil
mixtureformsaball.Removefromheat.AddWorcestershiresauce,salt,cayennepepper,andcheese.
Beatuntilcheesemeltsandmixtureisblendedandsmooth.Addeggs,oneatatimebeatingwellafter
eachaddition.

Dropbyteaspoonfulsonpreparedbakingsheet.Bakeuntilgoldenbrown,about20minutes.Coolon
wirerack.Makes8servings.

CrispyBeerChickenWings

1tablespoonpackedbrownsugar
1tablespoonsalt
1canorbottle(12ounces)beer
2poundschickenwings
1/4cupbutter
1/4cuphotpeppersauce
2teaspoonscornstarch
1-1/2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
1-1/2teaspoonsonionpowder
1-1/2teaspoonspaprika
1/4teaspooncayennepepper
2/3cupbluecheesedressing

Preheatovento350degrees.Lineabakingsheetwithaluminumfoilandspraylightlywithnonstick
cookingspray.

Inalargebowl,combinethebrownsugar,salt,andbeer;whisktocombine.Addchickenwingsand
tossgentlytocoat.Coverandrefrigeratefor1hour.Ina1-quartsaucepan,meltbutter.Inasmall
bowl,whisktogetherthehotpeppersauceandcornstarch.Addtothebutterandwhisktocombine.
Heattoasimmer,removefromheatandreserve.

Inalargeziplockbag,combinethegarlicpowder,onionpowder,paprika,andcayennepepper.
Removewingsfrombeermixture,patdrywithpapertowels,anddiscardbeermixture.Addwingsto
bagwithseasoningsandshakeuntilevenlycoated.Arrangeonpreparedbakingsheetandpourhot
saucemixtureoverwings.Bakefor30–35minutes,oruntilaninstantreadthermometerregisters165
degreesonthickestpartofchicken.Servewithbluecheesedressing.Makes6servings.

BeerCandiedBacon

1/3cupregularornon-alcoholicbeer
1/4cuppackeddarkbrownsugar
1/4cupmaplesyrup
1poundthick-slicedbacon
2teaspoonspepper

Preheatovento400degrees.Linearimmedbakingsheetwithaluminumfoil.

Combinebeer,brownsugar,andmaplesyrupinasmallbowl,whiskingwelltodissolvesugar.
Reserve.

Arrangethebacononpreparedbakingsheet,overlappingifnecessary.Placeinovenandcookfor10
minutes.Reducetemperatureto275degrees,removepanfromoven,andblottherenderedfatfrom
thebaconwithapapertowel.

Brushbothsidesofeachstripofbaconwiththebeersyrup.Returntoovenandcookfor10minutes.
Removefromovenandbrushbothsideswithsyrup.Turnbaconoverandcookfor10minutes.
Removefromoven,brushbothsideswithsyrupandsprinklewithpepper.Turnbaconoverandcook
untilcrispyandbrowned,about8minutes.Coolfor10minutesbeforeserving.Makes6servings.

GarlicParmesanOnionRings

1cupplus1tablespoonflour,divided
1/4teaspoonsalt,plusextraforsprinkling
1/4teaspoongarlicpowder
1/8teaspooncayennepepper
1cuplagerbeer
1largesweetonion,suchasVidalia,cutin1/3-inchslices
peanutoil,forfrying
2tablespoonsgratedParmesancheese

Inamediumbowl,whisktogether1cupflour,1/4teaspoonsalt,garlicpowder,andcayennepepper.
Makeawellinthecenter,pourinthebeerandwhiskjustuntilsmooth.Coverwithplasticwrapandlet
restatroomtemperaturefor1hour.

Puttheremaining1tablespoonflourinalargeziplockbag.Separatetheonionslices,placeinthebag
andshakeuntilevenlycoatedwithflour.Indeepfryerorheavysaucepan,heatabout3inchesofoilto
375degrees.

Workinginbatches,diptheonionringsinthebeerbattertocoatandfryinthehotoil,turningonce,
untilgoldenbrown,about2–3minutes.Transfertopapertowelstodrain,andsprinklewithsaltand
Parmesancheese.Makes6servings.

LightandCrispyOnionShoestrings

1/2cupflour
1/2cuplagerbeer
1egg,lightlybeaten
1teaspoonseasonedsalt
1/2teaspoonbakingpowder
1largeonion,halvedlengthwiseandcutin1/8-inchslices
peanutoil,forfrying
salt

Inashallowbowl,whisktogethertheflour,beer,egg,seasonedsalt,andbakingpowder.

Inadeepfryerorheavysaucepan,heat3inchesofoilto375degrees.Separateonionslices.Working
inbatches,diptheonionslicesinthebeerbattertocoatandshakeoffexcess.Fry,turningonce,until
goldenbrown,about1–2minutes.Transfertopapertowelstodrain,sprinklewithsalt,andserve
immediately.Makes6servings.

BeerBarbecueKielbasaBites

1-1/2cupsregularornon-alcoholicbeer
1-1/2cupsbarbecuesauce
1/2cupbrownsugar
1/4cupDijonmustard
2poundskielbasasausage,cutin1/2-inchslices

Combinethebeer,barbecuesauce,brownsugar,andmustardinalargefryingpanovermediumheat.
Bringtoaboil,stirringoccasionally;reduceheattolowandaddthekielbasa.Simmerstirring
occasionallyuntilkielbasaisbrownedandglazed,about1hour.Useaslottedspoontotransfertoa
platterandservewithtoothpicks.Makes12servings.

AleCaramelizedOnionandBaconDip

2largeonions
2tablespoonsoliveoil
3/4cupamberale
2clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
8ouncescreamcheese,softened
1cupsourcream
4slicesthick-cutbacon,cooked,drained,andcrumbled
saltandpepper,totaste
2greenonions,chopped
pitaorbagelchips

Quartertheonions,andcuteachquarterin1/4-inchslices.Heattheoliveoilinalargefryingpan
overmediumheat.Addtheonionsandcook,stirringfrequently,untiltransparent,about6minutes.
Lowertheheattomedium-low,coverandcook,stirringoccasionally,untilonionsarelightbrown
andstartingtocaramelize,about25–30minutes.

Removethelidandaddtheale.Increaseheattomediumandcook,stirringfrequently,untilmostof
theliquidcooksawayandonionsaredeepgoldenbrown.Addthegarlicandcookfor1minute.
Removefromheat.

Inamediumbowlcombinethecreamcheeseandsourcream;stiruntilwellblended.Addthe
caramelizedonionsandbaconandstiruntilwellcombined.Seasonwithsaltandpepperandgarnish
withchoppedgreenonions.Servewithpitaorbagelchips.Makes8servings.

Bacon-WrappedBeerBrats

4bratwurstsausages
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
6tablespoonsbrownsugar
1/2teaspoonpepper
1/4teaspooncayennepepper
8slicesbacon,cutinhalf

Pokebratwurstsausagesseveraltimeswithasmallfork,andarrangeinamediumfryingpanover
highheat.Pourthebeeraroundthebratwurstandbringtoaboil.Reduceheattolow,coverand
simmerfor15minutes.Removethebratwurstfromthebeer,anddrainonpapertowels.Discardthe
beer.

Preheatovento425degrees.Lineabakingsheetwithaluminumfoil,placeawirerackontop,andset
aside.

Inamediumbowl,combinethebrownsugar,pepper,andcayennepepper;reserve.

Cuteachbratwurstin4pieces,wrapeachpiecewithhalfstripofbacon,andsecurewithatoothpick.
Tossthebratwurstinthebrownsugarmixturetocoat,andarrangeonthewirerackontheprepared
bakingsheet.Bake,turningonce,untilthebaconisbrownandcrisp,25–35minutes.Makes8
servings.

Beer-BatteredJalapenoChips

1cupflour
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonchilipowder
1/2teaspooncumin
1/4teaspoongarlicpowder
1/4teaspoonpepper
1cuplagerbeer
peanutoil,forfrying
12largejalapenos,seedsremoved,cutin1/3-inchslices
salt
1cupranchdressing

Inamediumbowl,whisktogethertheflour,salt,chilipowder,cumin,garlicpowder,andpepper.Add
thebeerandwhiskjustuntilsmooth.Coverwithplasticwrapandrestatroomtemperaturefor1hour.

Inadeepfryerorheavysaucepan,heat2inchesofoilto375degrees.Workinginbatches,dipthe
jalapenoslicesinthebeerbattertocoatandfry,turningonce,untilgoldenbrown,about2–3minutes.
Transfertopapertowelstodrain,andsprinklewithsalt.Servewithranchdressing.Makes8servings.

CervezaconQuesoDip

2cupsgratedsharpcheddarcheese
2cupsgratedMontereyJackcheese
2tablespoonsflour
1tablespoonbutter
1smallonion,minced
1jalapenopepper,seedsremoved,diced
3/4cuplightbeer
1tomato,seedsandpulpremoved,diced
scoop-stylecornchips

CombinethecheddarandMontereyJackcheesesinalargebowl.Sprinklewiththeflourandtosswith
aforktocoatcheese;reserve.

Inalarge,heavysaucepan,meltthebutterovermediumheatandcooktheonionandjalapeno,
stirringfrequently,untilsoftened,about5minutes.Addthebeerandtomato,andsimmerthemixture
for5minutes.Addreservedcheese1/2cupatatimetothebeermixture,stirringaftereachaddition
untilthecheesesaremelted,andwellincorporated.Servewithchips.Makes4-1/2cups.

BeerCheeseCrackers

8ouncesextrasharpcheddarcheese,grated
4tablespoonscoldbutter,cutincubes
1/2teaspoonsalt
1cupflour,plusextraforsprinkling
4tablespoonscoldbeer

Inthebowlofafoodprocessor,mixtogethercheese,butter,andsaltuntilwellcombined.Addthe
flourandpulsejustuntilpea-sizedpiecesform.Slowlyadd1tablespoonofbeeratatimewithmotor
running,justuntilthedoughbeginstoformintoaball.(Youmaynotneedallofthebeer.)Gather
doughtogetherandforma1/2-inchthickdisk.Wrapwithplasticwrapandrefrigeratefor1–2hours,
orovernight.

Preheatovento350degrees.Lineabakingsheetwithparchmentpaper.

Onalightlyflouredsurface,rolldoughintoarectangle,1/8inchthick.Cutdoughinto1-inchsquares
usingaflutedpastrywheelorpizzacutter.Pokeaholeinthecenterofeachcrackerwithatoothpick
orskewer.Transfertopreparedbakingsheet,leaving1/2inchofspacearoundeachcracker.Bakefor
15–20minutes,untilpuffedandbeginningtobrownaroundtheedges.Transfercrackerstoawire
racktocool.Storeinanairtightcontainerforupto5days.Makesabout80crackers.

MiniCornDogs

1/4cupcornstarch
12(12-inch)bambooskewers,eachcutinhalf
8hotdogs,eachcutin3equalpieces
1-1/4cupsflour
3/4cupcornmeal
3tablespoonssugar
1teaspoonbakingpowder
1teaspoonsalt
2eggs
3/4cuplagerbeer
peanutoil,forfrying
ketchupandmustard

Pourthecornstarchinasmallbowl.Threadtheendofeachskewerwith1hotdogpiece.Dredgethe
hotdogsincornstarch,gentlytappingoffexcess.

Inalargebowl,whisktogethertheflour,cornmeal,sugar,bakingpowder,andsalt.Inasmallbowl,
whisktogethereggsandbeerandstirintoflourmixtureuntilwellcombinedandsmooth;reserve.

Filladeep-fryerorDutchovenwith2inchesofoil,andheatto375degrees.

Pourthebatterinatallglass,whichwillmakeiteasiertodipthehotdogsevenly.Holdingtheendsof
theskewers,dipthehotdogsintothebatteruntilcompletelycovered.Carefullyfrythebatteredhot
dogs,ontheskewers,inthehotoilinbatchesuntilgoldenbrown,2–3minutes.Drainonpaper
towels.Servewithketchupandmustard.Makes24pieces.

Stout-GlazedChickenSkewers

1/2cupstoutbeer,suchasGuinness
1/3cuphoney
1/4cupsoysauce
2clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
1teaspoonredpepperflakes
1/2teaspoonDijonmustard
1/4teaspoonpepper
6boneless,skinlesschickenthighfillets,cutin1-inchpieces
12(6-inch)woodenorbambooskewers
1tablespoonoliveoil
1mediumshallot,peeledandminced
vegetableoil
mincedgreenonion

Inasmallbowl,whisktogetherthebeer,honey,soysauce,garlic,redpepperflakes,mustard,and
pepper.Addthechicken,tosstocoat,andcoverandrefrigeratefor1–2hours.Soaktheskewersin
warmwaterfor30minutes;drainonpapertowels.Removechickenfrombeermixture(donot
discard),andthreadchickenthroughtheskewers.Placeonaplateandsetaside.

Inasmallsaucepanovermedium-highheat,addtheoliveoilandshallots.Cook,stirringfrequently,
untilsoftened,about5minutes.Addremainingbeermixtureandboil,stirringfrequently,until
reducedandthickened,about8minutes.Removefromheatandreserve.Preheatgrilltomedium-high
andbrushgratewithoil.Brushthechickenskewerswiththeglazeandarrangeonthegrill.Brush
withglazeandturnevery2minutesuntilcookedthrough,about10minutes.Garnishwithminced
greenoniontoserve.Makes12skewers.

Breads

EasySwissCheesyBeerBread

3cupsflour
3tablespoonssugar
3teaspoonsbakingpowder
1-1/2teaspoonssalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
1canorbottle(12ounces)lagerbeer
2ouncesSwisscheese,grated
2ouncesSwisscheese,cutin1/4-inchcubes
2tablespoonsbutter,melted

Preheatovento375degrees.Preparea4x8-inchloafpanwithnonstickcookingspray.

Inalargebowl,whisktogethertheflour,sugar,bakingpowder,salt,andpepper.Slowlyaddthebeer
andstirjustuntilmoistened.Foldinthecheeses.

Spreadthebatterinthepreparedpananddrizzlewiththemeltedbutter.Bakeuntilatoothpickinserted
intothecentercomesoutclean,50–60minutes.Coolfor10minutesbeforeremovingfrompantoa
wirerack.Makes1loaf.

Beer-BatteredAppleFritters

2largetart,crispapples,suchasGrannySmith,peeled,cored,andchopped
1/4cuppackedlightbrownsugar
2tablespoonssugar
1/2teaspooncinnamon
1/8teaspoonnutmeg
1cupflour
1/4teaspoonsalt
1cuplagerbeer,divided
peanutoil,forfrying
powderedsugar

Inamediumbowl,combinetheapples,brownsugar,sugar,cinnamon,andnutmeg;stir.

Inalargebowl,whisktogethertheflourandsalt.Makeawellinthecenteroftheflourmixtureand
whiskin7/8cupofbeeruntilcombined.Mixtureshouldbeslightlythickerthanpancakebatter;add
morebeerifneeded.Gentlyfoldintheapplemixtureandrestfor10minutes.

InadeepfryerorDutchoven,heat3inchesofoilto360degrees.Workinginbatches,carefullydrop
thedoughbyroundedtablespoonfulsintothehotoil.Fryuntilgoldenbrownonbothsides,flipping
once,about4minutestotal.Drainonpapertowelsandsprinklewithpowderedsugar.Makes6
servings.

Light-As-A-FeatherDoughnutHoles

2-1/2cupsflour
1/4cupsugar
1packet(2-1/4teaspoons)rapidriseyeast
1/4teaspoonnutmeg
3/4cuplagerbeer
3eggyolks,roomtemperature
1/4cupheavycream,roomtemperature
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonvanilla
peanutoil,forfrying
powderedsugar

Lineabakingsheetwithparchmentpaper.Inthebowlofastandmixerfittedwithadoughhook,
combinetheflour,sugar,yeast,andnutmeg.Addthebeertoamicrowave-safebowlandheatin10
secondincrementsuntilthermometermeasures125degrees.Addthebeertotheflourmixtureand
beatonmedium-highuntilcombined.Continuebeating,addingtheeggyolks,oneatatime.Addthe
cream,salt,andvanilla.Transferdoughtoalightlyoiledbowl,coverandletriseatroom
temperatureuntildoubledinsize,about1hour.Punchdowndough,kneadlightlytoremoveanyair
bubbles,returntobowl,coverandrefrigeratefor1hour.Rolldoughonalightlyflouredsurfaceto
1-inchthicknessandcutwitha2-inchroundcutter,rerollingscraps.Placedoughnutholeson
preparedbakingsheetandcoverlooselywithatowel.Letriseatroomtemperatureuntildoubledin
size,about30minutes.

Inalargesaucepan,heat1inchofoilto350degrees.Workinginbatches,frythedoughnutsoneach
sideabout1–2minutesuntilgoldenbrown.Removefromoil,drainonpapertowels,andcoolona
wirerack.Sprinklewithpowderedsugarandserve.Makesabout24doughnutholes.

EasyBeerBiscuits

4cupsbiscuitmix
1/4cupsugar
1canorbottle(12ounces)lagerbeer
2tablespoonsbutter,melted
milkorcream,forbrushing

Preheatovento400degrees.Lightlypreparean8x8-inchbakingdishwithnonstickcookingspray;
setaside.

Inalargebowl,combinethebiscuitmix,sugar,beer,andmeltedbutterandstirjustuntilmixture
comestogether.Turnoutontoaflouredsurfaceandknead3–4times,justenoughtomakeasoft
dough.

Rolldoughtoathicknessof1/2inch.Cutbiscuitswitha2-inchroundcutterandarrangeinthe
preparedbakingdish,brushingthetopswithmilkorcream.Bakeforabout15–20minutes,oruntil
bottomsaregoldenbrown.Makes16biscuits

Beer,Bacon,andCheddarCornbread

1-1/2cupscornmeal
1-1/2cupsflour
2tablespoonssugar
1-1/2tablespoonsbakingpowder
3/4teaspoonsalt
1-1/2cupsgratedsharpcheddarcheese,divided
3eggs
1/2cupmilk
1/3cupsourcream
1cuplagerbeer
1/2cupbutter,melted
6slicesthick-cutbacon,friedandcrumbled

Preheatovento375degrees.Lightlypreparea9x13-inchbakingdishwithnonstickcookingspray.

Inalargebowl,combinethecornmeal,flour,sugar,bakingpowder,salt,and1/2cupofcheese.

Inamediumbowl,combinetheeggs,milk,sourcream,beer,andmeltedbutter;stiruntilwell
blended.Addtheliquidmixturetothecornmealmixtureandstiruntiljustcombined.Addthebacon
andstirtoincorporatethroughoutthebatter.Spreadinthepreparedbakingdishandsprinklethe
remaining1cupofcheeseoverthetop.Bakeuntillightlybrownedandatoothpickinsertedintothe
centercomesoutclean,about30–35minutes.Cutinsquares.Makes12servings.

CarawayBeerBread

3cupsflour
1tablespoonbakingpowder
1tablespoonsugar
1teaspoonsalt
1canorbottle(12ounces)lagerbeer,roomtemperature
2tablespoonscarawayseeds
2tablespoonsbutter,melted

Preheatovento350degrees.Lightlypreparea9x5-inchloafpanwithnonstickcookingspray.

Inalargebowl,whisktogethertheflour,bakingpowder,sugar,andsalt.Makeawellinthecenter.
Addbeerandcarawayseedstowell;stirjustuntilblended.Spreadinpreparedpan.

Bakefor50minutes.Removefromtheovenandbrushtopwithhalfthemeltedbutter.Bake10more
minutes,oruntillightlybrowned.Removeloaftoacoolingrackandbrushthetopwiththeremaining
butter.Coolfor15minutesbeforeslicing.Makes1loaf.

SoftBeerPretzels

1bottle(12ounces)amberale
1package(1/4ounce)activedryyeast
2tablespoonsbutter,melted
2tablespoonssugar
1-1/2teaspoonssalt
4–4-1/2cupsflour,divided
10cupsplus1tablespoonwater,divided
2/3cupbakingsoda
1eggyolk
coarsesalt

Inasmallsaucepanovermedium-low,heatbeerto110degrees;removefromheat.Stirinyeastuntil
dissolved.Inalargebowl,combinebutter,sugar,salt,beermixture,and3cupsflour;beatuntil
smooth.Stirinjustenoughremainingflourtoformasoftdough.Kneadonaflouredsurfaceuntil
smoothandelastic,6–8minutes.Placeinagreasedbowl,turnonce,coverwithplasticwrap,andlet
riseinawarmplaceuntildoubledinsize,about1hour.

Preheatovento425degrees.Prepareabakingsheetwithnonstickcookingspray.Punchdoughdown.
Turnontoalightlyflouredsurface;divideandshapeinto8balls.Rolleachballina24-inchlong
ropeandforminapretzelshape,pinchingendstoseal.Inalargestockpot,bring10cupswaterand
bakingsodatoaboil.Droppretzels,2atatime,intoboilingwater.Cook30seconds.Removewitha
slottedspoon;drainwellonpapertowels.

Placepretzels2inchesapartonpreparedbakingsheet.Inasmallbowl,whisktogethertheeggyolk
and1tablespoonwater;brushoverpretzels.Sprinklewithcoarsesalt.Bake10–12minutes,oruntil
goldenbrown.Removefrompantoawireracktocool.Makes8largepretzels.

BeerandPimientoCheeseMuffins

1canorbottle(12ounces)beer,roomtemperature
1jar(4ounces)dicedpimiento,drained
1egg,beaten
1teaspoonfinelygratedonion
4cupsbiscuitmix
2cupsgratedsharpcheddarcheese

Preheatovento400degrees.Prepare18muffincupswithnonstickcookingspray,orusepaperliners.

Inalargebowl,combinethebeer,pimiento,egg,andonion.Addthebiscuitmixandstirjustuntil
blended(battermaybelumpy).Stirinthecheese.Spoonbatterintopreparedmuffincups,fillingthem
3/4full.

Bakefor13–15minutes,oruntillightlybrowned.Removefrompantoawirerackandletcool10
minutes.Makes18muffins.

Honey-WheatBeerBread

1-1/2cupsflour
1-1/2cupswholewheatflour
4-1/2teaspoonsbakingpowder
1-1/2teaspoonssalt
1/3cuppackedlightbrownsugar
1/4cupplus2tablespoonshoney,divided
1bottle(12ounces)honey-wheatbeer
1/2cupplus1tablespoonbutter,roomtemperature,divided

Preheatovento350degrees.Lightlypreparea9x5-inchloafpanwithnonstickcookingspray.

Inalargebowl,combineflour,wholewheatflour,bakingpowder,salt,andbrownsugar.Add1/4cup
honeyandthebeer;stiruntilthoroughlyblended.Pourintopreparedloafpan.

Melt1tablespoonbutterinasmalldishandadd1tablespoonhoney;mix.Brushthemixtureoverthe
breadandbakeuntiltopisgoldenbrownandatoothpickinsertedinthecentercomesoutclean,about
50minutes.

Combinetheremaining1/2cupbutterandremaining1tablespoonhoneyinasmallbowlandstir
untilsmooth;reserve.Removethebreadfromtheovenandcoolforatleast15minutesonawire
rack.Sliceandservewithhoneybutter.Makes1loaf.

BeerCornbreadWaffles

1-1/2cupsflour
1-1/2cupsyellowcornmeal
1tablespoonbakingpowder
1tablespoonsugar
1teaspoonsalt
1cupwholemilk
3tablespoonsvegetableoil
2eggs,beaten
1cuplagerbeer
butterandmaplesyrup

Inalargebowl,whisktogetherflour,cornmeal,bakingpowder,sugar,andsalt.

Inamediumbowl,whisktogetherthemilk,oil,andeggsuntilsmooth.Stirintoflourmixtureuntil
smooth.Graduallystirinbeerjustuntilincorporated;battermaybeslightlylumpy.Restfor5
minutes.

Coatawaffleironwithnonstickcookingsprayandpreheat.Addabout1/3cupbattertowaffleiron,
spreadingbattertoedges.Cookuntilwaffleislightlybrownedandcrispy;repeatwithremaining
batter.Servewarmwaffleswithbutterandmaplesyrup.Makesabout12waffles.

CheeseandChiveBeerScones

2-3/4cupsflour
1tablespoonsugar
2teaspoonsbakingpowder
1teaspoonsalt
1-1/2cupsgratedcheddarcheese
1/3cupfinelychoppedfreshchivesormincedgreenoniontops
1cup(ormore)coldlagerbeer
2eggs,divided
1tablespoonvegetableoil
2teaspoonsDijonmustard
1teaspoonwater

Preheatovento425degrees.Lineabakingsheetwithparchmentpaper.

Inalargebowl,whisktogethertheflour,sugar,bakingpowder,andsalt.Stirincheeseandchives.
Whiskthebeer,1egg,oil,andmustardtogetherinasmallbowl.Graduallyaddbeermixturetodry
ingredients,mixinguntilmoistclumpsform.(Ifdoughistoodry,addmorebeerbytablespoonfuls,
stirringaftereachaddition.)Turndoughoutonalightlyflouredsurfaceandkneadjustuntildough
comestogether.

Patthedoughintoasmoothdiskabout3/4inchthickandtransfertothepreparedbakingsheet.Usea
sharpknifetocutthediskinto8wedges,spreadingthewedgesapartonthepan.Whiskremaining
eggandwaterinasmalldish,andbrushoverscones

Bakesconesuntilgoldenontopandatoothpickinsertedintocentercomesoutclean,about18–20
minutes.Coolonbakingsheetfor5minutes.Makes8scones.

BeerFocacciaBread

4cupsflour,divided
1tablespoonsugar
2tablespoonschoppedfreshrosemaryor2teaspoonsdriedrosemary,divided
1package(2-1/4teaspoons)rapidriseyeast
1canorbottle(12ounces)lagerbeer
1/4cupplus2tablespoonsoliveoil,divided
1teaspoonsalt
2teaspoonscoarsesalt

Lightlypreparea9x13-inchbakingpanwithnonstickcookingspray.

Inthebowlofastandmixerfittedwithadoughhook,add2cupsflour,sugar,1tablespoonfreshor1
teaspoondriedrosemary,andyeast.

Pourthebeerinasmallsaucepanandheatto125degrees.Addthebeertothemixer,andmixon
mediumspeeduntilcombined.Addtheremaining2cupsflour,1/4cupoliveoil,and1teaspoonsalt.
Turnthemixertomedium-highandbeatfor5–6minutes.Transferdoughtoalightlyoiledbowl,
coverandallowtoriseinawarmareauntildoubledinsize,about1hour.Placedoughinthe
preparedpan,andstretchtocovertheentirepan.Coverandallowtorisefor30minutes.

Preheatovento375degrees.Pressyourfingersintothedoughtomakeindentationsacrosstheentire
pan.Drizzlewiththeremaining2tablespoonsoliveoil,andsprinklewiththeremaining1tablespoon
freshor1teaspoondriedrosemary,andcoarsesalt.Bakeuntilgoldenbrown,about25–30minutes.
Makes1loaf.

GermanCoffeeCake

2cupspackeddarkbrownsugar
1cupbutter,softened
2eggs
1teaspooncinnamon
1/2teaspoonallspice
1/2teaspoongroundcloves
3cupsplus1tablespoonflour,divided
2teaspoonsbakingsoda
1/2teaspoonsalt
2cupsbeer
2cupschoppeddates
1cupchoppedwalnuts
powderedsugar

Preheatovento350degrees.PreparealargeBundtpanwithnonstickcookingsprayanddustwith
flour.

Inalargebowl,combinebrownsugarandbutter.Beatuntilsmoothandwell-blended.Addtheeggs,
oneatatime,beatingwellaftereachaddition.

Inamediumbowl,whisktogethercinnamon,allspice,cloves,3cupsflour,bakingsoda,andsalt.Add
1/2oftheflourmixturealternatedwith1/2ofthebeertocreamedmixture,blendingwellaftereach
addition;repeat.Sprinklethedateswiththeremaining1tablespoonflour.Stirwalnutsanddatesinto
batter,andpourevenlyintopreparedpan.

Bakefor1-1/4hours,oruntilatoothpickinsertedintothecentercomesoutclean.Letstand5minutes
beforeinvertingontoawirerack.Sprinklewithpowderedsugarandtransfertoaservingplate.
Makes10servings.

BestGlazedBananaBread

1-3/4cupsflour
3/4cupsugar
1-1/4teaspoonsbakingpowder
1/2teaspoonbakingsoda
1teaspooncinnamon
3/4teaspoonsalt
2eggs
2ripebananas,mashed
1/3cupbutter,melted
1/2cupbeer,divided
1/2cupchoppedwalnuts
2cupspowderedsugar
1tablespooncornsyrup

Preheatovento325degrees.Lightlypreparea9x5-inchloafpanwithnonstickcookingspray.

Inamediumbowl,whisktogethertheflour,sugar,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,cinnamon,andsalt.
Inalargebowl,whisktheeggsuntilfrothy.Addthebananas,butter,1/4cupbeer,andmixwell.Add
theflourmixtureandstirjustuntilcombined.Foldinthewalnutsandspreadintothepreparedpan,
smoothingthetop.Letrestfor10minutes.

Bakefor45minutes.Removefromovenandlayapieceofaluminumfoilacrossthetoptoprevent
over-browning.Returntoovenandbakeforanadditional25minutes,oruntilatoothpickinserted
intothecentercomesoutclean.Coolinpanfor15minutes.Arrangeawirerackoverabakingsheet,
removebreadfromthepanandtransfertotherack;cooltoroomtemperature.

Inasmalldish,whisktogetherthepowderedsugar,cornsyrup,andremaining1/4cupbeer.Drizzle
theglazeoverthebreadandletsitor30minutesbeforeslicing.Makes1loaf.

Saucesand
Condiments

BeerBarbecueSauce

1cupketchup
1cupregularornon-alcoholicbeer
1can(6ounces)tomatopaste
1/3cupmaplesyrup
3tablespoonscidervinegar
3tablespoonsmustard
1tablespoonWorcestershiresauce
2/3cuppackedlightbrownsugar
2teaspoonssalt
2teaspoonsdrymustard
2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
2teaspoonsonionpowder
1teaspoondriedoregano
1teaspoonpepper
1teaspoonpaprika
1/4teaspooncayennepepper

Inalargepotovermediumheat,combinetheketchup,beer,tomatopaste,maplesyrup,vinegar,
mustard,andWorcestershiresauce;stirtocombine.

Inamediumbowl,whisktogetherthebrownsugar,salt,mustard,garlicpowder,onionpowder,
oregano,pepper,paprika,andcayennepepper.Addtothebeermixtureandwhiskuntilsmooth.

Increasetheheattomedium-highandcook,stirringconstantly,untilmixturecomestoaboil.Reduce
heattolowandsimmerfor5minutes.Removefromheatandcoolfor15minutesbeforeserving.
Storeintherefrigeratorinatightlycoveredcontainerforupto1month.Makesabout4cups.

BeerCheddarSauce

8ouncescreamcheese,softened
1cupwheatbeer
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
8ouncescheddarcheese,grated
8ouncesmozzarellacheese,grated
2clovesgarlic,peeledandminced

Meltthecreamcheeseinalargesaucepanovermediumheat.AddthebeerandWorcestershiresauce,
andstiruntilcombined.Addthecheddarcheese,mozzarellacheese,andgarlic.Heat,stirring
constantly,untilcheesesmeltandmixtureissmooth.Serveoverhotcookednoodles,potatoes,or
chicken.Makesabout3-1/2cupsor8servings.

BestBeerTurkeyBrine

3cansorbottles(12ounceseach)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
4cupsturkeyorchickenstockorbroth
2cupskoshersalt
1/2cupsugar
1/2cuppackedlightbrownsugar
4bayleaves,crumbled
1tablespoonwholeblackpeppercorns
4quartsicewater

Mixbeer,stock,salt,sugar,brownsugar,bayleaves,andpeppercornsinalarge,lidded,stainless
steelorenamel20-quartstockpot.Cookuncoveredovermediumheat,stirringoccasionally,untilsalt
andsugararedissolved,about15minutes.Removefromheatandaddtheicewater;stiruntiliceis
melted.Placeturkeyinbrineandweightthelidtokeepitsubmerged.Refrigerate12–24hours.

Removeturkeyfrombrineandpatdry.Discardremainingbrineandroastasusual.Makesenough
brinefora12–14poundturkey.Ifbriningalargerturkey,multiplythebrinerecipeaccordinglyso
theturkeyisentirelysubmergedinthebrinebeforechilling.

StoutMushroomSauce

2tablespoonsoliveoil
2mediumshallots,peeledandfinelychopped
2clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
1poundmushrooms,trimmedandquartered
1cupstoutbeer,suchasGuinness
2teaspoonsbalsamicvinegar
1teaspoonsugar
1/2teaspoonsalt

Heattheoliveoilinafryingpanovermediumheatuntilitshimmers.Addtheshallotsandcookuntil
transparent,about3minutes.Addthegarlicandstir.Addthemushroomsandcook,stirring
occasionally,untillightlybrowned,about5minutes.

Increasetheheattomedium-highandslowlyaddthebeer,stirringuntilmixturestopsfoaming.Add
thevinegar,sugar,andsalt;stirtocombine.Cookuntilmixturestartstosimmer.Reduceheatto
mediumandcookuntilliquidisreducedbyhalf,about10minutes,stirringoccasionally.Remove
fromheatandservewithsteaks,roastedchicken,orporkchops.Makesabout3cupsor6servings.

SpicyBeerMustard

1/3cupyellowmustardseeds
1/4cupbrownmustardseeds
1/2cupcidervinegar
1cupdarkbeer,divided
3tablespoonspackeddarkbrownsugar
2tablespoonshoney
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonturmeric
1/8teaspoonallspice

Inasmallbowl,covertheyellowandbrownmustardseedswithvinegarand1/2cupofbeer.Cover
andplaceintherefrigeratorovernight.

Inasmallsaucepan,mixtogetherremaining1/2cupbeer,sugar,honey,salt,turmeric,andallspice.
Bringtoaboilovermediumheat,removefromheat,andletcoolslightly.

Inthejarofablenderaddmustardseedswiththeirsoakingliquidandcooledmixturefromsaucepan.
Pureeuntilsmooth.Transfertoacoveredcontainerandrefrigerateatleast2hoursbeforeserving.
Mustardmaybestored,tightlycovered,forupto3months.Makesabout2-1/3cups.

OrangeAleSaladDressing

1/4cuppaleale
1smallshallot,peeledandminced
1tablespoonorangejuice
1tablespoonhoney
1teaspoonfinelygratedorangezest
1teaspoonDijonmustard
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonpepper
1/4cupoliveoil

Inasmallbowl,whiskthebeerwiththeshallot,orangejuice,honey,orangezest,mustard,salt,and
pepper.Graduallyaddtheoilinathinstream,whiskingconstantly.Serveatonceorrefrigerateupto
4days.Makesabout2/3cupor6servings.

AppleAleGingerChutney

1tablespoonvegetableoil
1largeyellowonion,chopped
1tablespoonfinelygratedfreshginger
1/4cupapplecidervinegar
3largeGrannySmithapples,peeled,cored,andchopped
1/2teaspooncinnamon
1/2teaspoonnutmeg
2cupsale
1/4cuppackeddarkbrownsugar
1tablespoonlemonjuice
1/2teaspoonsalt

Heatoilinamediumsaucepanovermediumheat.Addtheonionandcook,stirringoccasionally,until
softened,about5minutes.Addthegingerandvinegarandcook,stirringconstantly,for1minute.Add
theapples,cinnamon,nutmeg,ale,brownsugar,lemonjuice,andsalt.Reduceheattomedium-low,
andcookforabout30minutes,oruntilliquidisalmostgone.Removefromheat,andcoolfor10
minutesbeforeserving.Refrigerateinatightlycoveredcontainerforupto10days.Makesabout3-
1/2cups.

BeerButterscotchSauce

2cupssugar
1/2cupredorbrownale
8tablespoonsbutter,softened,cutintocubes
1cupheavycream,roomtemperature
1/2teaspoonsalt

Inamediumsaucepanovermedium-highheat,combinethesugarandaleandcook,stirring,until
sugardissolves.Bringtoaboilandcontinuecooking,withoutstirring,untilmixtureturnsdeep
amberincolorandacandythermometerregisters350degrees.

Quicklyaddthebutterandstirconstantlyuntilbuttermelts.Removefromheatandslowlywhiskin
creamuntilcompletelyincorporated.Addthesaltandstir.Coolfor10minutesbeforeserving.Store
intherefrigeratorinatightlycoveredcontainerforupto10days.Makesabout3-1/2cups.

Soups

BestBeerCheeseSoup

4tablespoonsbutter
1smallonion,chopped
1largecarrot,peeledanddiced
2stalkscelery,diced
3clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
1/4cupflour
3cupschickenstockorbroth
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
4ouncescreamcheese,softened
8ouncessharpcheddarcheese,grated
8ouncesColbycheese,grated
1cuphalf-and-half
1teaspoonDijonmustard
1/4teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
saltandpepper,totaste

Inalargepot,meltthebutterovermediumheat.Addtheonion,carrot,andcelery,andcookuntil
softened,about8minutes.Addthegarlicandcookfor1minute.

Sprinkleintheflourandcook,stirringconstantly,untilsmoothandslightlythickened,about2
minutes.Whiskinthechickenstockandbeer,andbringjusttoaboil.Reduceheatandsimmer,
uncovered,stirringoccasionally,40–45minutes.Strainthroughafinemeshsieve,andreserve
vegetables.

ReturnbeermixturebacktotheDutchovenandbringtoasimmerovermedium-lowheat.Addthe
creamcheeseandstiruntilmeltedandsmooth.Addthecheeses1/3cupatatime,whiskingaftereach
additionuntilcheesemelts.Stirinthehalf-and-half,Dijonmustard,andWorcestershiresauce,and
heattosimmering.Stirinthereservedvegetablesandseasonwithsaltandpepper.Makes8servings.

CreamyCrabChowder

4tablespoonsbutter
1onion,chopped
3stalkscelery,diced
1mediumpotato,peeledanddiced
2clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
3tablespoonsflour
4cupschickenstockorbroth
1/2poundMontereyJackcheese,cutin1/4-inchcubes
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
1poundcrabmeat,pickedthroughforshells
1cupheavycream
1tablespoonchoppedfreshparsley
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
saltandpepper,totaste

Inalargepot,meltthebutterandcooktheonion,celery,potato,andgarlicfor3minutesover
mediumheat.Sprinkleintheflourandstirtocombine.Addchickenstockandsimmer10minuteson
lowheat.Addcheeseandbeer,andsimmeruntilvegetablesaretenderandcheeseisfullymelted.Add
crabmeat,cream,parsley,andWorcestershiresauceandcookfor5minutes.Seasonwithsaltand
pepper.Makes8servings.

BeerandBaconSplitPeaSoup

1/2poundbacon,diced
1largecarrot,peeledandfinelychopped
1mediumonion,finelychopped
2clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
2cupsgreensplitpeas,rinsedandpickedthroughforsmallstones
3-1/2cupschickenstockorbroth
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
saltandpepper,totaste
mincedgreenonion

Inalargepotovermedium-lowheat,cookthebaconuntilitjustbeginstobrown,about7–10
minutes.Addthecarrotandonionandcookuntilcarrotssoftenandonionistranslucent,about5–7
minutes.Addthegarlicandcook,stirring,for1minute.

Addthesplitpeas,chickenstock,andbeerandbringtoasimmer.Coverandsimmer,stirring
occasionally,untilpeasaretenderandsoupisthick,about2hours;addwaterifneededtokeeppeas
covered.Seasonwithsaltandpepperandgarnishwithgreenonionbeforeserving.Makes6servings.

FrenchAppleandBrieSoup

2tablespoonsoliveoil
1sweetonion,suchasVidalia,chopped
2/3cupappleciderorjuice
3mediumapples,peeled,cored,andchopped
1canorbottle(12ounces)lightbeer
2cupschickenstockorbroth
1/4teaspooncayennepepper
1/4cupflour
1cupwholemilk
1poundBriecheese,rindremoved,cutin1/2-inchcubes
8ouncessharpcheddarcheese,finelygrated
saltandwhitepepper,totaste

Heattheoliveoilinalargepotovermediumheat.Addtheonionandcook,untilsoftened,about5
minutes.Addtheappleciderandcook,stirringfrequently,untilmixturestartstosimmer,about4
minutes.Addtheapplesandcookuntilsoftened,8minutes.Addthebeer,chickenbroth,andcayenne.
Bringtoasimmerandcook,stirringoccasionally,untilapplesaretender,7–10minutes.

Inasmallbowl,whisktheflourandmilktogetheruntilsmooth;reserve.Takethesoupofftheheat
andtransferhalfofitintoafoodprocessororblender.Pureeuntilsmooth,returntothepot,andheat
tosimmering.Whiskinthemilkmixtureandheatuntilmixturebubbles;cookuntilsoupthickens
slightly,about5minutes.StirintheBrieahandfulatatime,untilmeltedandsmooth.Stirinthe
cheddarcheeseandcook,stirring,justuntilmelted.Seasonwithsaltandpepper.Makes6–8servings.

TexasRedChili

3tablespoonsvegetableoil
3poundsflanksteak,cutin1/2-inchcubes
1mediumonion,finelychopped
1-3/4cupsbeefstockorbroth
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
1can(8ounces)tomatosauce
1tablespoontomatopaste
1teaspoonhotpeppersauce
1/4cupchilipowder
1tablespooncumin
1teaspoongarlicpowder
saltandpepper,totaste

Heattheoilinalargepotovermediumheatandcookthesteakandonion,stirringoccasionally,until
lightlybrowned.Addthebeefstockandbringtoasimmer.Addthebeer,tomatosauce,tomatopaste,
hotpeppersauce,chilipowder,cumin,andgarlicpowder;stirtocombine.Bringmixturetoasimmer
andcookfor2hoursstirringoccasionally.Seasonwithsaltandpepper.Makes12servings.

IrishRedPotatoSoup

2poundsredpotatoes,cutin1/2-inchcubes
1smallonion,chopped
2cupschickenstockorbroth
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
1cuphalf-and-half
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoondrymustard
1/2teaspoonwhitepepper
2cupsgratedcheddarcheese
4slicesbacon,cookedandcrumbled

Combinethepotatoes,onion,andchickenstockinalargesaucepanovermedium-highheatandbring
toaboil.Reduceheattomedium-low,coverandsimmeruntilpotatoesaretender,about15–20
minutes.

Stirinthebeer,half-and-half,salt,mustard,andwhitepepper,andbringtoasimmer.Addthecheesea
handfulatatime,stirringaftereachadditionuntilcheeseismelted.Whenallthecheeseis
incorporated,removefromheatandadjustseasonings,ifnecessary.Garnishwithcrumbledbacon.
Makes8servings.

ChickenWildRiceSoup

1onion,diced
3mediumcarrots,peeledanddiced
3stalkscelery,diced
4boneless,skinlesschickenbreasts,diced
2cupswildriceblend,rinsedanddrained
6-1/2cupschickenstockorbroth
2cansorbottles(12ounceseach)wheatbeer
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
1/2teaspoondriedthyme
4ouncescreamcheese,softened
8ouncesextrasharpcheddarcheese,grated
flat-leafparsley,chopped

Combinetheonion,carrots,celery,chicken,wildriceblend,chickenstock,beer,salt,pepper,and
thymeina6-quartslowcooker.Stirwell,cover,andcookonlowfor7hours.

Addthecreamcheeseandcheddarcheeseandcontinuecooking,stirringoccasionally,untilthe
cheesesarecompletelymelted.Servesouptoppedwithchoppedfreshparsley.Makes8–10servings.

SlowCookerBeer'n'BratwurstCheddarSoup

1mediumyellowonion,finelydiced
4largecarrots,peeledandfinelydiced
4cupschickenstockorbroth
2clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
1tablespoonDijonmustard
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
2packages(19.2ounceseach)pre-cookedbratwursts,cutin1/4-inchslices
2poundsprocessedAmericancheese,cutin1/2-inchcubes
1poundsharpcheddarcheese,finelygrated
choppedparsley

Ina6-quartslowcooker,combinetheonion,carrots,chickenstock,garlic,mustard,beer,and
bratwurst.Coverandcookonlowfor6hours.Addprocessedcheese,coverandcookanadditional
houruntilthecheeseisfullymelted.Stirinthecheddarcheeseandservegarnishedwithparsley.
Makes10servings.

FrenchOnionSoup

6tablespoonsbutter,softened,divided
2tablespoonsoliveoil
4largeonions,sliced
2cansorbottles(12ounceseach)darkbeer
4cupschickenstockorbroth
2-1/2cupsbeefstockorbroth
1tablespoonWorcestershiresauce
2clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
saltandpepper,totaste
8(1-1/2inch)slicesFrenchbread
6ouncesGruyereorSwisscheese,grated

Heat2tablespoonsofbutterandoliveoilinalargepotovermedium-lowheat.Addonionsandcook
for5minutes.Reduceheattolowandcontinuecooking,stirringoccasionally,untilonionsbecome
deepgoldenbrown,45–60minutes.Addthebeer,chickenstock,beefstock,WorcestershireSauce,
andgarlicandreduceheattolow.Simmerfor45minutes;seasonwithsaltandpepper.

Preheattheovenbroilertolow.Butteronesideofthe8breadsliceswiththeremaining4tablespoons
ofbutter,arrangeonabakingsheet,andbroiluntilbrownandcrispy.Arrange8broiler-safebowls
orcrocksonalargebakingsheet.Ladlethesoupinthebowls,fillingabouthalfway,andplace1
pieceoftoastedbreadineachbowl.Sprinklewithcheeseandbroiluntilcheeseismeltedandbubbly,
2–3minutes.Makes8servings.

BeerBeefStew

3tablespoonsoliveoil
1tablespoonbutter
2poundsbeefchuck,cutin1/2-inchcubes
3clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
1mediumonion,diced
1canorbottle(12ounces)darkbeer
4cupsbeefstockorbroth,moreasneeded
1tablespoonWorcestershiresauce
2–3tablespoonstomatopaste
1/2teaspoonpaprika
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
3carrots,peeledandcutin1/4-inchslices
1largeturnip,peeledanddiced
2tablespoonsflour
flat-leafparsley,chopped

Heattheoilandbutterinalargepotovermedium-highheat.Cookthebeefuntilbrownedonallsides,
about6–8minutes.Removebeeffrompotanddrainonpapertowels.Addthegarlicandoniontothe
potandcookuntilsoftened,about3minutes.Addthebeer,beefstock,Worcestershiresauce,tomato
paste,paprika,salt,andpepper.Returnthebeeftothepot,coverandsimmeronalowheatuntilthe
meatisverytender,1-1/2–2hours.Iftheliquidlevelgetstoolow,addadditionalwaterasneeded.

Addthecarrotsandturnipsandcontinuetosimmeruntilthevegetablesaretenderandtheliquidis
reduced,about30minutes.

Remove1cupofcookingliquidfromthepanandstirintheflour.Addtheflourmixturebackintothe
potandstir.Simmeruntilthestewisthick,about10minutes.Garnishwithchoppedparsley.Makes8
servings.

BaconCheeseburgerSoup

3/4poundslicedbacon,chopped
1poundleangroundbeef
1/4cupflour
2teaspoonspaprika
1teaspoonseasoningsalt
1/2teaspoononionpowder
1/2teaspoonpepper
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
4cupshalf-and-half
1poundmildcheddarcheese,grated
1/2cupcroutons
2largedillpickles,chopped

Inalargepot,cookthebaconovermedium-highheatuntiljustcrisp,stirringoften.Drainoffmostof
thefatandaddthegroundbeeftothepot.Breakupthemeatandcookuntilnolongerpink,stirring
occasionally,about6minutes.Pouroffallbut2tablespoonsofpandrippings.

Sprinkletheflour,paprika,seasoningsalt,onionpowder,andpepperoverthemeat.Cook,stirring
constantly,for2minutes.Addthebeerandcook,stirring,for3minutes.Stirinthehalf-and-halfand
cookuntilmixturesimmers.Addcheeseandcook,stirringconstantly,untilcheeseiscompletely
melted.Cookfor5moreminutes,stirringconstantly.Removefromheatandcoolfor5minutes
beforeserving.Garnishwithcroutonsandchoppedpickles.Makes8servings.

NavyBean,SmokedSausage,andBeerSoup

1pounddriednavybeans,rinsedandpickedthroughforsmallstones
4-1/2cupschickenstockorbroth
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
1can(15ounces)dicedtomatoes,withliquid
1onion,chopped
2stalkscelery,chopped
3clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
1poundsmokedsausagelinks,cutin1/2-inchslices
2tablespoonsWorcestershiresauce
1bayleaf
saltandpepper,totaste
flat-leafparsley,chopped

Combinebeans,chickenstock,beer,tomatoes,onion,celery,garlic,smokedsausage,Worcestershire
sauce,andbayleafinalargepot;heatovermedium-highuntilmixturecomestoaboil.Lowerheat,
cover,andsimmerfor4hours,oruntilbeansaretender,stirringoccasionallyandaddingwaterif
mixturebecomestoothick.Seasonwithsaltandpepper,discardingbayleafbeforeserving.Garnish
withchoppedparsley.Makes8servings.

Dinners

One-PanBeerOnionChicken

1/4cupflour,divided
1(3–4pound)broiler/fryerchicken,cutinpieces,*skinremoved
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1envelope(1ounce)onionsoupmix
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer

Place2tablespoonsflourinalargeziplockbag.Addchicken,afewpiecesatatime,andshaketo
coat.

Heattheoliveoilinalargefryingpanovermedium-highheatuntilitshimmers.Cookthechicken
piecesinbatchesuntilbrownedonallsides.Removeanddrainonpapertowels;keepwarm.

Addsoupmixandremainingflourtofryingpan,stirringtoloosenbrownedbitsfromthebottom.
Graduallywhiskinbeer.Bringtoaboil;cookandstirfor2minutes,oruntilthickened.Return
chickenpiecestothepanandbringmixturetoaboil.Reduceheat;coverandsimmerfor12–15
minutes,oruntilchickeniscookedthroughandaninstant-readthermometerregisters170degrees.
Makes6servings.

*Yourbutcherorgrocer ’smeatdepartmentcancutupawholechicken,oryoucanuse3–4poundsof
yourfavoritechickenpieces.

BeerBaconMacandCheese

1package(16ounces)elbowmacaroni
1/4cupbutter
2clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
3tablespoonsflour
2teaspoonsdrymustard
1teaspoonsalt
3/4teaspoonpepper
2-1/2cupsmilk
3/4cupregularornon-alcoholiclightbeer
1/4cupheavycream
3cupsgratedcheddarcheese,divided
2cupsgratedGruyèrecheese
2tablespoonsgratedParmesancheese,divided
2greenonions,minced
6slicesbacon,cookedandcrumbled

Preheatovento400degrees.Preparea3-quartbakingdishwithnonstickcookingspray.Cook
macaroniaccordingtopackagedirections;drainandsetaside.

Inalargesaucepan,meltthebutterovermediumheat.Addthegarlic;cookandstirfor1minute.Stir
intheflour,mustard,salt,andpepperuntilsmooth;graduallywhiskinthemilk,beer,andcream.
Bringtoaboil;cookandstirfor2minutes,oruntilthickened.Reduceheatandstirin2cupsofthe
cheddarcheese,Gruyèrecheese,and1tablespoonParmesancheeseuntilmelted.Addgreenonions.
Stirmacaroniintosauceandtransfertopreparedbakingdish;sprinkleremainingcheddarand
Parmesancheeseovertop.Bake,uncovered,for15–20minutes,oruntilgoldenbrownandheated
through.Topwithcrumbledbaconandletstandfor5minutesbeforeserving.Makes8–10servings.

Beer-InatedGrilledPorkChops

1canorbottle(12ounces)beer
1tablespoonbalsamicvinegar
3tablespoonsmaplesyrup
2tablespoonspreparedmustard
2clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
2teaspoonssalt
1teaspoonpepper
1/2teaspoondriedsage
1smallonion,sliced
8(1-inchthick)center-cutporkchops
vegetableoil

Inamediumbowl,whisktogetherthebeer,vinegar,maplesyrup,mustard,garlic,salt,pepper,and
sage.Pourmixtureintoa1-gallonziplockbag.Addtheonionandporkchops,coatwiththe
marinade,squeezeoutexcessair,andsealthebag.Marinateintherefrigeratorfor8–12hours,
turningseveraltimes.

Preheatthegrilltomediumheatandlightlyoilthegrate.Removetheporkchopsfromthemarinade
andpatdry;discardthemarinade.Cooktheporkchopsuntilaninstant-readthermometerinsertedin
thecenterreads145degrees,about7minutesperside.Makes8servings.

BeerCheeseFondue

2tablespoonsflour
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
2cupsgratedsharpcheddarcheese
2cupsgratedSwisscheese
1clovegarlic,peeled
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
3dropshotpeppersauce
assortedrawvegetables
Frenchbread,cutin1-1/2-inchcubes

Inamediumbowl,combineflour,salt,andpepper.AddthecheddarandSwisscheese,andtosswitha
forktocoatthecheeseswiththeflourmixture.Cutthegarliccloveinhalfandrubitaroundthe
bottomandsidesofafonduepotorheavy-bottomedsaucepan.Pourbeerintofonduepotandslowly
bringtoasimmerovermedium-lowheat,about5minutes.Graduallyaddcheesemixturetobeer,
stirringaftereachadditionuntilcheeseismeltedandblended.Addhotpeppersauceandstiruntil
smooth.ServefonduewarmwithvegetablesandFrenchbreadcubes.Makes6servings.

Beer-SimmeredSausageandRice

2cupswhiterice
4cupschickenstockorbroth
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1poundsmokedsausage,cutin1/4-inchslices
1clovegarlic,peeledandminced
1largeonion,chopped
1stalkcelery,chopped
1mediumredbellpepper,seededandchopped
saltandpepper,totaste
1cupregularornon-alcoholicbeer
1/4teaspooncayennepepper
1/4cupchoppedflat-leafparsley

Combinethericeandchickenstockinamediumsaucepanandbringtoaboilovermedium-highheat.
Reduceheattomedium-low,coverandsimmeruntilallthestockisabsorbedintotherice,about20
minutes.

Heatoilinafryingpanovermedium-highheatandcookthesausage,stirringoccasionally,until
lightlybrowned.Addthegarlic,onion,celery,andbellpepper,andcookuntilsoftened,about5
minutes.Seasonwithsaltandpepper.Addthebeerandcayennepepperandcook,stirring
occasionally,for10minutes.Addthecookedriceandparsleyandcookfor5minutes,stirring
constantly.Adjustseasonings,ifnecessary,andserve.Makes6servings.

BeerBarbecueSlowCookerRibs

3poundsbone-inporkspareribs,cutinindividualribs
3tablespoonsliquidsmokeflavoring
2tablespoonspackeddarkbrownsugar
1tablespoonchilipowder
2teaspoonspaprika
1teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
2cupsbarbecuesauce

Trimanyexcessfatfromtheribsandremovethemembrane.Arrangetheribsonabakingsheetand
brushallsideswiththeliquidsmokeflavoring.Inasmallbowl,combinethebrownsugar,chili
powder,paprika,garlicpowder,salt,andpepper.Rubthemixtureallovertheribs.Pourthebeerina
6-quartslowcookerandarrangetheribsinside.Coverandcookonlowfor6hours.

Preheatthegrilltomedium-highheatandlightlyoilthegrillgrate.Removetheribsfromtheslow
cookerandallowthemtorestfor10minutes.Brushribswithbarbecuesauceandplaceongrill,
turningonce,untillightlybrowned,about6–8minutes.Transfertoaservingplatterandbrushwith
morebarbecuesauce.Makes4–6servings.

BeerBoiledShrimp

3cansorbottles(12ounceseach)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
1-1/2cupswater
2tablespoonsseafoodseasoning
2teaspoonslemonjuice
3clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
1/2teaspoondrieddill
1/2teaspoonpepper
3poundslargetail-onshrimp
1-1/2cupscocktailsauce
freshlemonwedges

Inalargepotovermedium-highheat,combinethebeer,water,seafoodseasoning,lemonjuice,
garlic,dill,andpepper;bringtoaboil.Boilfor5minutes,stirringoccasionally.Addshrimp,cover,
andsimmerfor3minutes.Removelidandstirtoredistributeshrimp.Coverandcookuntilshrimp
turnpink,about3–4minutes.Drainliquidandservewarmwithcocktailsauceandlemonwedges.
Makes6servings.

BeefandStoutPotpie

2tablespoonsoliveoil
1poundbeefchucksteak,cutin1-inchcubes
2slicesbacon,chopped
1onion,chopped
1carrot,peeledandsliced
1/3poundmushrooms,sliced
1clovegarlic,peeledandcrushed
1-1/2tablespoonsflour
1cupstoutbeer,suchasGuinness
1-1/4cupsbeefstockorbroth
1/2teaspoondriedthyme
2bayleaves
1teaspooncornstarch
2teaspoonswarmwater
1sheetfrozenpuffpastry,thawed
1egg,beaten

Heatoilinalargepotovermediumheat,andbrownthebeefonallsides,removetoaplate;reserve.
Addbacontothepotandcookovermediumheatjustuntilitbeginstobrown.Addtheonion,carrot,
mushrooms,andgarlicandcook,stirringoccasionally,untiltender,about10minutes.Sprinklethe
flouroverthemixtureandstirtoincorporate.Addthebeer,beefstock,thyme,bayleaves,and
reservedbeef.Bringtoaboil,reduceheattoasimmer,andcoverandcookuntiltender,about1hour
and15minutes,stirringoccasionally.Increaseheattomedium,uncoverandcookfor15minutes.Ina
smallbowl,whisktogetherthecornstarchandwater.Stirmixtureintothestewandsimmerfor30
minutes,stirringoccasionally.Removefromheatanddiscardbayleaves.Preheatovento350
degrees.Pourstewina9-inchglasspiedish.Cutthepuffpastryina10-inchcircle,andplaceontop
ofthefilling.Crimptheedgesaroundthedishandmake31-inchcutsinthetopofthepastry.Brush
thepastrywiththebeatenegg.Bakeuntilcrustisbrowned,30–40minutes.Makes4–6servings.

ChickenandDumplings

2poundsboneless,skinlesschickenbreasts
2teaspoonssalt,divided
1/2teaspoonpepper
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1largeonion,chopped
2stalkscelery,thinlysliced
2mediumcarrots,peeledandthinlysliced
1clovegarlic,peeledandminced
2cupsplus1tablespoonflour,divided
1canorbottle(12ounces)beer
1/2teaspoondriedthyme
2cupschickenstockorbroth
1bayleaf
2teaspoonsbakingpowder
2tablespoonsbutter,melted
3/4cupmilk

Seasonthechickenwith1teaspoonsaltandpepper.Heattheoilinalargepotovermedium-highheat.
Cookthechickenuntillightlybrowned,about6minutes.Transfertoaplatterandkeepwarm.Addthe
onion,celery,andcarrotstothetop.Cookuntilsoft,about5minutes,stirringconstantly.Stirinthe
garlicandcookfor1minute.Sprinkle1tablespoonflouroverthemixtureandcookfor30seconds,
stirringconstantly.Addthebeer,scrapingupanybrownedbitsfrombottomofpan,andwhiskuntil
themixturethickens.Stirinthethyme,chickenstock,andbayleaf,andbringtoasimmer.Chopthe
chickenin1-inchpiecesandaddtothepot;cover,reduceheattolow,andsimmerfor15minutes.Ina
mediumbowl,whisktogether2cupsflour,bakingpowder,and1teaspoonsalt.Addthebutterand
milkandstirjustuntilcombined.Removethebayleaffromthepot.Dropthedoughbyrounded
teaspoonfulsontopofthestew.Coverandcookonlowfor15minutes.Makes6–8servings.

WelshRarebit

4tablespoonsbutter
1/4cupflour
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
1/4teaspoondrymustard
1/4teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
2dropshotpeppersauce
1cupwholemilk
1/2cupregularornon-alcoholicbeer
2cupsgratedcheddarcheese
6slicesbread,toasted
6(1/4-inchthick)tomatoslices

Meltthebutterinalargesaucepanovermediumheat.Addtheflour,salt,pepper,mustard,
Worcestershiresauce,andhotpeppersauceandwhisktocombine.Cook,stirringconstantly,untilthe
mixtureissmoothandbubbling,about5minutes.

Removefromheatandslowlystirinthemilk,whiskingconstantly.Returntoheatandstirconstantly
untilthemixturecomestoaboil.Slowlypourinthebeerandcook1minutemorewhilestillstirring.
Add1/4ofthecheeseandwhiskuntilcheeseiscompletelymelted.Repeatprocesswithremaining
cheese,whiskingaftereachaddition.

Toserve,arrange1sliceoftoastoneachof6platesandtopwithatomatoslice.Ladlethesauceover
thetoast.Makes6servings.

Beer-SimmeredChickenTacos

2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1largeonion,finelychopped
1clovegarlic,peeledandminced
2cupsshreddedcookedchicken
1cupbeer
1can(4ounces)dicedgreenchiles
1tablespoonchilipowder
1/2teaspoongroundcumin
1/2teaspoonsalt
8crispycorntacoshells,heatedasdirectedonbox
1/2cupgratedMexicanblendcheese
1/2cupsourcream

Inalargefryingpan,heatoilovermedium-highheat.Addonionandcookuntiltransparent,about5
minutes.Stiringarlicandcookfor1minute.Addchicken,beer,greenchiles,chilipowder,cumin,
andsalt,andheatuntilmixturejuststartstoboil.Reduceheattolowandcook,uncovered,until
mixturethickensslightly,about20minutes,stirringoccasionally.

Spoonchickenmixtureintotacoshellsandsprinklewithcheese.Topeachtacowithadollopofsour
creamandserve.Makes8tacos.

CrispyBeerBatterFishFilets

1cupflour,plusextrafordusting
2tablespoonspaprika
2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
1-1/2teaspoonssalt,plusextraforseasoning
1teaspoonpepper,plusextraforseasoning
1canorbottle(12ounces)lagerbeer
2eggwhites
2quartsvegetableoil,forfrying
8(4ounceseach)codfilets
1cuptartarsauce
lemonwedges

Inamediumbowl,whisktogether1cupflour,paprika,garlicpowder,1-1/2teaspoonssalt,and1
teaspoonpepper.Addthebeerandwhiskuntilsmooth.

Inamediumbowl,beattheeggwhiteswithanelectricmixeratmediumspeeduntilstiff.Foldtheegg
whitesintothebatter.

Heatoilinadeepfryerorlarge,heavybottomedsaucepanto365degrees.Seasoncodfiletswithsalt
andpepperanddustwithflour,shakingoffexcess.Diponefiletatatimeinthebatteranddropinthe
hotoil.Cookfilet,turningonce,untilbothsidesaregoldenbrown.Drainonpapertowelsandrepeat
withremainingfilets.Servewarmwithtartarsauceandlemonwedges.Makes8servings.

ExtraCrispyFriedChicken

4-1/3cupsflour,divided
1tablespoongarlicsalt
2-1/4teaspoonspepper,divided
1tablespoonpaprika
1/2teaspoonpoultryseasoning
1teaspoonseasonedsalt
2eggyolks,beaten
1canorbottle(12ounces)lagerbeer
1quartvegetableoil,forfrying
1(3pound)wholechicken,cutintopieces*

Inamediumbowl,whisktogether3cupsofflour,garlicsalt,2teaspoonspepper,paprika,and
poultryseasoning.

Inaseparatebowl,whisktogethertheremaining1-1/3cupsflour,seasonedsalt,1/4teaspoonpepper,
eggyolks,andbeer.

Heattheoilinadeepfryerorlarge,heavybottomedsaucepanto350degrees.Rinsethechicken
piecesinwater,shakeoffexcess,anddipinthedryflourmixture.Shakeoffexcessanddipinthebeer
batter;dipinthedrymixoncemore.Carefullyfrychickenpiecesinthehotoil,turningseveraltimes,
untiltheyaredeepgoldenbrownandaninstant-readthermometerinsertedintothickestpartofthe
chickenregisters165degrees,about10minutesforwingsand12minutesforthighs,legs,and
breasts.Drainchickenonpapertowelsbeforeserving.Makes6servings.

*Yourbutcherorgrocer ’smeatdepartmentcancutupawholechicken,oryoucanuse3poundsof
yourfavoritechickenpieces.

BeerCanChicken

2teaspoonssalt
1-1/2teaspoonsonionpowder
1-1/2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
1/2teaspoonpaprika
1/2teaspoongroundthyme
1/2teaspoongroundsage
1/2teaspoonpepper
1(4–5pound)wholechicken,neck,giblets,andexcessfatremoved
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1can(12ounces)beer

Inasmallbowl,combinethesalt,onionpowder,garlicpowder,paprika,thyme,sage,andpepper;
reserve.Rinsechickeninsideandout,andpatdrywithpapertowels.Rubchickenlightlywithoil,and
rubtheinsideandoutsidewiththespicemixture.Setaside.

Preparethegrillforindirectcookingoverhighheat.Openbeercan,drinkordiscard1/2ofthe
contents,andplaceonacuttingboard.Holdingachickenlegineachhand,placethebirdcavityover
thebeercan.Carefullytransferthebeercanandchickentothecenterofthegrill,balancingthe2
chickenlegsandcanlikeatripodoverindirectheat.Coverthegrillandcookthechickenuntil
cookedthroughandaninstant-readthermometerinsertedintothethickestpartofthethighregisters
165degrees,45–60minutes.(Ifusingcharcoal,youmayneedtoaddmoretomaintainheat.)Remove
chickenfromgrillandbeercanandletrestfor10minutesbeforecarving.Makes4–6servings.

SlowCookerBeerFrenchDip

4poundsrumproast
1can(10.5ounces)or1-1/4cupsbeefstockorbroth
1can(10.5ounces)condensedFrenchonionsoup
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
8–10Frenchrolls
2tablespoonsbutter,softened

Trimexcessfatfromtherumproast,andplaceina4-to6-quartslowcooker.Addthebeefstock,
onionsoup,andbeer.Cookonlowsettingfor7hours.

Preheatovento350degrees.Splittherollsandspreadwithbutter.Placetherollsintheovenandbake
untilheatedthroughandjuststartingtobrown,about8–10minutes.Removefromovenandsetaside.

Removetherumproastfromtheslowcookerandtransfertoacuttingboard.Tentwithaluminumfoil
andrestfor10minutes.Carefullypourthebrothmixtureintosmallservingbowlsfordipping.Slice
themeatonthediagonal,andarrangeontherolls.Cuteachsandwichinhalfandservewithbroth.
Makes8–10servings.

EasyGlazedCornedBeef

4poundscornedbeefbrisket
1canorbottle(12ounces)stoutbeer,suchasGuinness,divided
1teaspoonpepper
1cupbrownsugar

Preheatovento300degrees.

Rinsethebrisketcompletelyandpatdry.Pour1/4cupbeerinasmalldish.Brushthebrisketwiththe
beerandsprinkleitevenlywiththepepper.Rubthebrownsugaronthebriskettocoat,andtransferto
arackinaroastingpanorDutchoven.Pourtheremainingbeerinthebottomofthepan.

Covertightlywithlidoraluminumfoilandbakefor2-1/2hours.Allowtorest5minutesbefore
slicingagainstthegrain.Makes10–12servings.

GrilledBeerBratwurst

6cansorbottles(12ounceseach)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
3poundsbratwurstsausages
2onions,thinlysliced
1redbellpepper,seededandchopped
2teaspoonssalt
1-1/2teaspoonspepper
10–12hoagierolls
3tablespoonsbutter,softened

Combinethebeer,bratwurst,onions,bellpepper,salt,andpepperinalargepotovermediumheat.
Bringmixturetoaboilandreduceheattomedium-low.Simmer,covered,for30minutes.

Preheatovento350degrees.Splitrollsandspreadwithbutter.Placerollsintheovenandbakeuntil
heatedthroughandjuststartingtobrown,about8–10minutes.Removefromovenandsetaside.

Preheatgrilltomedium-highandlightlyoilgrate.Usetongstoremovebratwurstfromthepottoa
platter.Carefullypourthebeermixturethroughameshstrainer,discardingcookingliquid.Returnthe
onion-peppermixturetothepot,cover,andkeepwarm.Grillbratwurst,turningoften,untilevenly
browned,about8–12minutes.Servehotontoastedhoagierolls,toppedwiththeonion-pepper
mixture.Makes10–12servings.

BestBeefBrisket

1(3pound)beefbrisket,trimmedoffat
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
1mediumonion,thinlysliced
1canorbottle(12ounces)beer
1bottle(12ounces)chilisauce
3/4cuppackeddarkbrownsugar

Preheatovento325degrees.

Seasonthebrisketonallsideswithsaltandpepper,andplaceinaglassbakingdish.Spreadthesliced
onionsevenlyontop.Inamediumbowl,whisktogetherthebeer,chilisauce,andbrownsugar.Pour
overtheroastandcoverthedishtightlywithaluminumfoil.Bakefor3hours.

Removethealuminumfoilandbakeforanadditional30minutes.Removefromovenandtransferthe
briskettoacuttingboard.Tentwithaluminumfoilandrestfor10minutes.Slicebrisketthinlyagainst
thegrain,returntothebakingdish,andspoonthepanjuicesovertopbeforeserving.Makes10
servings.

SpaghettiwithBeer-BraisedMeatballs

1poundgroundbeef
1/2cupItalianseasonedbreadcrumbs
2eggs,lightlybeaten
1/3cupfinelychoppedonion
1/2cupgratedParmesancheese
2clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
1-1/2cupstomatosauce
1/2cupketchup
2tablespoonstomatopaste
1/4cuppackeddarkbrownsugar
1poundspaghettinoodles,cookedaccordingtopackagedirections

Preheatovento400degrees.Lineabroilerpanwithaluminumfoilandsprayrackwithnonstick
cookingspray.

Inalargebowl,combinethegroundbeef,breadcrumbs,eggs,onion,Parmesancheese,garlic,salt,
andpepper;mixthoroughly.Shapeinto1-inchmeatballsandarrangeonthebroilingrack.Bakefor
10–12minutes,oruntillightlybrowned.

Inalargepot,combinethebeer,tomatosauce,ketchup,tomatopaste,andbrownsugar.Cookover
medium-highheatuntilmixturejustcomestoaboil.Addmeatballsandreduceheattosimmering.
Coverandsimmerfor20minutes,stirringoccasionally.Servesauceandmeatballsoverhot,cooked
spaghettinoodles.Makes6–8servings.

SpicySweetSlow-CookedPulledPork

1(3–4pound)bonelessporkshoulderbuttroast
1can(15ounces)tomatosauce
1canorbottle(12ounces)beer
1cuppackeddarkbrownsugar
1/2cuphoney
1/4cuptomatopaste
3tablespoonspaprika
4teaspoonsgarlicpowder
1-1/2teaspoonscrushedredpepperflakes
1teaspoonsalt
1tablespoonliquidsmokeflavoring
8–10hamburgerbuns,split

Placeroastina4-106-quartslowcooker.Inalargebowl,combinetomatosauce,beer,brownsugar,
honey,tomatopaste,paprika,garlicpowder,redpepperflakes,salt,andliquidsmoke.Whisk
thoroughlyandpourthemixtureovertheroast.Coverandcookonlowfor6–8hours,oruntilmeat
istender.

Usetongstotransferroasttoacuttingboard.Tentwithaluminumfoilandrestfor10–15minutes.
Whenmeatiscoolenoughtohandle,choporshredwithforks.Skimfatfromcookingjuices.Return
meattoslowcookerandheatfor10minutes.Arrangethehamburgerbunbottomsonindividual
servingplatesandtopeachwithagenerousportionofpulledporkandsauce;addbuntopsandserve.
Makes8–10servings.

ChickenandMushroomRisotto

4splitchickenbreasts
saltandpepper,totaste
3tablespoonsoliveoil,divided
1largeshallot,thinlysliced
2cupsslicedmushrooms
4clovesgarlic,minced,divided
3tablespoonsbutter,divided
2cansorbottles(12ounceseach)beer,divided
1-1/2cupsArboriorice
5cupschickenstockorbroth,warmed
1/4cupgratedParmesancheese

Preheatovento375degrees.Seasonchickenwithsaltandpepper.Heat2tablespoonsofoilinalarge,
oven-safefryingpanovermedium-highheat.Cookthechickenskin-sidedownuntilgoldenbrown,
2–3minutes.Turnandcookforanother2minutes.Addshallot,mushrooms,halfofthegarlic,and2
tablespoonsbutter;cookfor3minutes.Add1canofbeer.Cookfor2minutes.Carefullyplacefrying
paninovenandbake,uncoveredfor30minutes.

Heat1tablespoonoliveoiland1tablespoonbutterinalargesaucepanovermediumheat.Add
remaininggarlicandcookfor1minute.Addriceandstirtocoat.Cookuntilopaque,about3–4
minutes,stirringconstantly.Addremainingbeerandstirconstantlyuntilfullyabsorbed.Add1/2cup
brothtotherice,andstiruntilthebrothisabsorbed.Continueaddingbroth1/2cupatatime,stirring
constantly,untiltheliquidisabsorbedandthericeisaldente,about30minutes.Removefromheat,
stirincheese,andseasonwithsaltandpepper.Removethechickenfromtheovenandcoolfor5
minutes.Servechickenoverrisottoandtopwithmushroomsandpandrippings.Makes4servings.

HoneyMustardRoastPork

1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
3/4cupDijonmustard
2/3cuphoney
1/2cupoliveoil
6clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
2teaspoonscrusheddriedrosemary
1(2–2-1/2pound)bonelessporkloinroast
1/2cupheavywhippingcream

Inasmallbowl,whisktogetherthebeer,mustard,honey,oil,garlic,androsemary.Pourhalfofthe
marinadeinacoveredcontainerandrefrigerate.Pourtheotherhalfinalargeziplockbag.Addthe
roast,sealthebag,andturntocoat.Refrigerateforatleast2hoursorovernight.

Preheatovento350degrees.Arrangearackinaroastingpan.Drainanddiscardthemarinadefrom
thepork,andtransfertoroastingpan.Bakefor55–60minutes,oruntilaninstant-readthermometer
insertedintothethickestpartoftheroastregisters160degrees.Transfertheroasttoacuttingboard
andtentwithaluminumfoil.Letstandfor10minutes.

Pourthepandrippingsandthereservedmarinadeintoasmallsaucepan.Addthecreamandwhiskto
combine.Cookovermediumheatuntilmixtureboils.Reduceheatandsimmer,uncovered,until
slightlyreducedandthickened,about10minutes.Slicetheporkinthinslicesandservewiththesauce.
Makes8servings.

ItalianBeef

2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1(3pound)bonelessbeefchuckeyeroast
1onion,chopped
1package(1ounce)Italiansaladdressingmix
1teaspoonItalianseasoning
2clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
2cupsbeefstockorbroth
10delirolls,split
5tablespoonsbutter,softened

Preheatovento300degrees.

Heatthevegetableoilinanoven-safeDutchovenovermedium-highheat.Browntheroastonall
sides,removefrompanandtransfertoaplate;setaside.ReducetheheatunderDutchovento
medium,addtheonionandcook,stirringoccasionally,untiljustbeginningtobrown,8–10minutes.
AddthesaladdressingmixandItalianseasoningandcookfor1minute.Addthegarlicandcookuntil
fragrant,about30seconds.Addthebeerandcookuntilreducedbyhalf.Addthestockandbringtoa
simmer.Placetheroastbackintothepanwithanyaccumulatedjuices,cover,andplaceintheoven.
Cooktheroast,turningevery30minutes,untilverytender,about3hours.

Whenmeatisdone,removefrompanandcoolslightly.Cutthemeatinto1-inchpiecesandshred.
Returnmeattodrippingsandkeepwarmovermediumheat.

Spreadrollswithbutterandarrangeonabakingsheet.Bakeuntilrollsareheatedthroughandjust
startingtobrown,about10minutes.Servethemeatonwarmedrollswithpandrippingstodip.Makes
10servings.

Beer-BraisedPotRoast

2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1(3pound)bonelessbeefchuckroast
saltandpepper,totaste
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
6carrots,peeledandcutin2-inchpieces
2largepotatoes,peeledandcutin2-inchpieces
1onion,roughlychopped
1redbellpepper,seededanddiced
1/2poundmushrooms,trimmedandhalved
1/2teaspoondriedthyme
2bayleaves
2tablespoonsbutter,melted
1/4cupflour

Preheatovento325degrees.

HeattheoilinaDutchovenovermediumheatandbrowntheroastonallsides.Seasonwithsaltand
pepper.Addthebeer,carrots,potatoes,onion,bellpepper,mushrooms,thyme,andbayleaves.Cover
andcookintheovenfor3hours.Removebayleaves.

Inasmallbowl,whisktogetherthebutterandflour.Useaslottedspoontoremovethevegetablestoa
servingdishandkeepwarm.Transfertheroasttoacuttingboardandtentwithaluminumfoil.Add
about1/3cupofthecookingliquidtotheflourmixtureandwhisktogether.Pourthemixturebackin
theDutchovenandcookovermediumheat,whisking,untilsaucethickens,5–10minutes;adjust
seasoningsifneeded.Slicetheroastandarrangeontheservingdishwiththevegetables.Pourthe
sauceovertheroastandvegetables.Makes10servings.

BeerandMolassesGlazedBBQChicken

1canorbottle(12ounces)stoutbeer,suchasGuinness
1/4cupoliveoil
1/4cupmolasses
1/4cuporangemarmalade
2teaspoonsDijonmustard
2clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
1(3–4pound)wholechicken,cutintopieces*

Inamediumbowl,whisktogetherthebeer,oil,molasses,marmalade,mustard,garlic,salt,and
pepper.Placethechickenpiecesinalarge,ziplockbagandpourinthemarinade.Sealtightlyand
refrigerateforatleast4hoursorovernight,turningoccasionally.

Removechickenfromthebagandpourthemarinadeintoamediumsaucepan.Bringtoaboilover
medium-highheatfor2minutes.Removefromheatandcool.Pour1cupofthemixtureinasmall
dishforbasting;reservetheremainder.

Preparethegrillforindirectcookingovermediumheat(350–450degrees)andlightlyoilthegrill
grate.Cookthechickenpiecesskinsideupwiththelidcloseduntilthejuicesrunclearandthemeatis
nolongerpinkatthebone,about30–40minutesforwingsand40–50minutesforbreasts,drumsticks,
andthighs.Bastewiththemarinadeduringthelast10minutesofgrillingtime,turningthepieces
once.Removechickentoaservingplatterandservewiththereservedmarinade.Makes4–6servings.

*Yourbutcherorgrocer ’smeatdepartmentcancutupawholechicken,oryoucanuse3–4poundsof
yourfavoritechickenpieces.

SideDishes

Bacon,Cheddar,andBeerPotatoesAuGratin

1/4cupbutter
1/4cupflour
1teaspoongarlicpowder
1/4teaspooncayennepepper
1/2teaspoonpaprika
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
1/2cupwheatbeer
1/2cupchickenstockorbroth
3/4cuphalf-and-half
1cupmilk
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
8ouncesmildcheddarcheese,grated
3poundsredpotatoes,cutin1/4-inchslices
1poundbacon,cooked,drained,andcrumbled

Preheatovento350degrees.Preparea3-quartcasseroledishwithnonstickcookingspray.Melt
butterinamediumsaucepanovermediumheat;addflourandwhiskuntilsmooth.Cook,whisking
constantly,for2minutes.Addgarlicpowder,cayennepepper,paprika,salt,andpepper,andwhiskto
combine.Slowlyaddthebeer,chickenstock,half-and-half,milk,andWorcestershiresauce;whisk
untilsmooth.Addcheeseandwhiskconstantlyuntilcheesemeltsandmixtureissmooth.Reduceheat
tolowandsimmer,stirringoccasionally,for5minutes.

Layer1/4ofthepotatoesinthepreparedcasseroledish,andtopwith1/4ofthecheesesauce;repeat.
Sprinklewithhalfofthebacon,reservingtherest.Repeatpotatoandcheesesaucelayers.Coverand
bakeuntilpotatoesaretender,60–80minutes.Uncover,sprinklewithreservedbaconandbakefor10
moreminutes.Removefromovenandcoolfor10minutesbeforeserving.Makes8–10servings.

ButteredMushroomswithThyme

3tablespoonsbutter
4cupsbuttonmushrooms,cleanedandtrimmed
1cupbeer
1tablespoonchoppedfreshthyme
1tablespoonchoppedfreshItalianparsley
saltandpepper,totaste

Inalargefryingpanovermediumheat,meltthebutter.Addthemushroomsandtosstocoat.Addthe
beerandbringtoasimmer.Addthethymeandparsleyandcookuntilthemushroomsaretenderand
thecookingliquidisreducedbyhalf,about30minutes,stirringoccasionally.Seasonwithsaltand
pepper.Makes6servings.

GermanPotatoSaladwithBeerDressing

2poundsmediumredpotatoes
2teaspoonssalt,divided
3thickslicesbacon
1smallonion,minced
2/3cupregularornon-alcoholicbeer
1/2cupapplecidervinegar
2teaspoonssugar
1tablespoonstone-groundmustard
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1/4teaspoonpepper,plusextra
1/4cupthinlyslicedgreenonions
1/4cupmincedfreshItalianparsley

Placethepotatoesinalargesaucepanandcoverwithcoldwater.Bringtoaboilovermedium-high
heat.Add1teaspoonofsalt,reduceheattomedium,andcook20–30minutes,untilpotatoesare
tender.Drainandcoolfor30minutes.

Cookthebaconinalargefryingpanovermediumheatuntilcrispy;transfertoapapertowelto
drain.Addtheoniontothebacondrippingsandsauteovermediumheatuntiltender,about3minutes.
Addthebeer,vinegar,andsugar;increasetheheattomedium-highandbringtoaboil.Cookuntilthe
liquidisslightlyreduced,about5minutes.Whiskinthemustard,oil,remaining1teaspoonsalt,and
pepper.

Peelthecooledpotatoes,cutin1/4-inchslices,andarrangeinalargeservingbowl.Drizzlewiththe
hotdressing,andgentlytosstocombine.Letsitatleast30minutestoallowthepotatoestoabsorb
someofthedressing.Crumblethebaconandaddtothepotatoeswiththegreenonionsandparsley.
Stirgentlyandserveatroomtemperature.Makes8servings.

CreamyCheddarandBeerBroccoli

2poundsbroccolicrowns
2tablespoonsbutter
1/4cupflour
3/4cupbeer
1/2cupmilk
1/2cupgratedsharpcheddarcheese
saltandpepper,totaste

Cutthebroccolicrownsintolargeflorets.Arrangeinasteamingbasketsetinalargesaucepanover
boilingwater.Coverandcookuntiljusttender,about10minutes.Removefromheatandreserve.

Meltbutterinamediumsaucepanovermedium-lowheatandwhiskinflour.Slowlypourinbeerand
milk,whiskingconstantlyuntilnolumpsremain,about2–3minutes.Addcheeseahandfulatatime,
whiskingconstantly,untilallcheesehasbeenincorporatedandiscompletelymelted.Cook,whisking
constantly,for3moreminutes.Seasonwithsaltandpepper.Drizzlethesauceoverthebroccoli
floretsandserve.Makes6servings.

Beans,Bacon,andBeer

1/2poundbacon,cutin1/2-inchpieces
1smallonion,chopped
4clovesgarlic,peeledandminced
2cansorbottles(12ounceseach)darkbeer
3-1/2cupswater
1pounddriedpintobeans,rinsedandpickedthroughforsmallstones
1can(4ounces)dicedgreenchiles
saltandpepper,totaste

Inalargeheavypotovermediumheat,cookthebacon,stirring,for2minutes.Addtheonionand
cook,stirring,untilbaconiscrispyandonionisjustbeginningtobrown.Addthegarlicandcookfor
1minute.Addthebeer,water,beans,andgreenchilesandcook,stirringoccasionally,untilmixture
juststartstoboil.Lowerheattomedium-lowandsimmer,uncovered,about2-1/2hours,oruntil
beansaretenderandliquidisreducedenoughtocoverbeansby1inch.Addmorebeerorwaterif
necessaryandstiroccasionally.Seasonwithsaltandpepper.Servethebeanswithsomeoftheliquid
inwarmedbowls.Makes8servings.

GrilledCornwithChileLimeButter

6earsfreshcorn,unshucked
3cansorbottles(12ounceseach)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
3tablespoonsbutter
1clovegarlic,peeledandminced
1-1/2tablespoonslimejuice
1teaspoonchilepowder
1/4teaspoongratedfreshlimerind
saltandpepper

Withsharpscissors,trimthesilkfromthetopofeachearofcornandremoveanylooseouterleaves.
Placecorninalargeglassdishorlargeziplockbag,andaddthebeer,turningthecornseveraltimes.
Coverthedishorsealthebagtightly,andrefrigeratefor1–2hours,turningthecornseveraltimes.

Heatthegrilltomediumheat.Removecornfromthedishorbaganddiscardthesoakingliquid.
Arrangethecornonthegrillandcook,turningseveraltimes,untilcornistender,about8–10
minutes.

Inasmallsaucepanovermediumheat,meltthebutterandsautethegarlicfor2minutes,stirring
frequently.Removefromheatandwhiskinthelimejuice,chilipowder,andgratedlime;reserve.

Removecornfromgrilltoawirerackandcool.Whencoolenoughtohandle,removethehuskand
silkanddiscard.Brushthecornwiththebuttermixture,andsprinklewithsaltandpepper.Makes6
servings.

GermanGreenBeans

1/3poundslicedbacon,diced
1/2cupbeer
4tablespoonsbutter
1poundfreshgreenbeans,trimmedandcutin2-inchpieces
3tablespoonsbrownsugar
3tablespoonswhitevinegar
4teaspoonscornstarch
2teaspoonsgratedonion
saltandpepper,totaste

Inalargefryingpanovermediumheat,cookbaconuntilcrisp.Drainonpapertowelsandreserve.

Inalargesaucepanovermediumheat,combinethebeerandbutterandheatuntilmixturejuststartsto
boil.Addbeansandstir.Reduceheat;coverandsimmeruntilbeansarecrisp-tender,about5minutes.
Usingaslottedspoon,removethebeansfromthecookingliquidtoadishandkeepwarm.

Addthebrownsugar,vinegar,cornstarch,andoniontothecookingliquidandwhisktocombine.
Cookovermediumheatuntilmixtureboils.Continuecooking,whiskingconstantly,untilthickened,
about1–2minutes.Returnthebeanstothepanandstirtocoatwiththesauce.Seasonwithsaltand
pepper.Transfertoaservingdishandtopwithreservedbacon.Makes6servings.

Beer-BraisedGarlicParmesanAcornSquash

2acornsquash,about1-1/2poundseach
1canorbottle(12ounces)regularornon-alcoholicbeer
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
4tablespoonsgratedParmesancheese

Preheatovento350degrees.

Cuteachsquashintoquartersandscoopoutseedsandstringypulp.Arrangeina9x13-inchbaking
dishandpourbeerinthebottomofthedish.Sprinklesquashwithsalt,pepper,andgarlicpowder.
Coverwithaluminumfoilandbakefor30–45minutes,oruntilforktender.

Increaseheatto450degrees.RemovealuminumfoilandsprinklesquashevenlywithParmesan
cheese.Bakeforanadditional15–20minutes,oruntilthesquashisslightlybrowned.Makes8
servings.

CheesyBeerHashBrowns

1tablespoonbutter
1tablespoonvegetableoil
6cupsfrozenhashbrowns,thawed
1/2cupdicedonion
1mediumgreenorredbellpepper,seededanddiced
1/2cupsourcream
1egg
2/3cupregularornon-alcoholicbeer
1-1/2cupsgratedmildcheddarcheese
saltandpepper,totaste
1/4teaspoonpaprika
1/2cupgratedsharpcheddarcheese

Preheatovento350degrees.Preparean8x8-inchbakingdishwithnonstickcookingspray.

Inamediumfryingpan,heatthebutterandvegetableoilonmediumheat,stirring,untilbuttermelts.
Addhashbrownsandcookuntiljuststartingtobrown.Addonionandpepperandcontinuetocook
untilhashbrownsaregoldenandonionandpepperaretender,about10–12minutes.Removefrom
heatandreserve.

Inamediumsaucepan,whisktogetherthesourcream,egg,andbeer.Cookovermediumlowheat,
whiskingconstantly,untilthickened.Addmildcheddarcheese1/4cupatatime,stirringaftereach
additionuntilcheeseisfullymeltedandsauceissmooth.Addsaltandpepper.Pourcheesesauceover
hashbrownsandstirtocombine.Spreadmixtureinpreparedbakingdish,andsprinklewithpaprika.
Topevenlywithsharpcheddarcheese.Bakeuntilhotandbubblyandcheeseismelted,about15
minutes.Makes6servings.

BeerRefrigeratorPickles

2cansorbottles(12ounceseach)beer
3clovesgarlic,peeledandhalved
3driedsmallredchilipeppers
1tablespoonblackpeppercorns,divided
1tablespoonkoshersalt,divided
1tablespoonyellowmustardseeds,divided
1tablespoondillseeds,divided
2poundssmallpicklingcucumbers,scrubbedandquarteredlengthwise
distilledwhitevinegar

Wash31-pintcanningjarsinhot,soapywaterandrinse.Arrangejarsinawater-bathcannerora
racksetinadeeppotandcoverwithboilingwater.Coverandboilfor10minutes.Addlidsandrings
tothepotandcontinueboilingfor5moreminutes.Turnoffheatandletjarsstandinhotwater.

Pourthebeerinalargesaucepanoverhighheatandcook,stirringoccasionallytodispersethefoam,
untilboiling.Reduceheattomedium-lowandsimmeruntilvolumeisreducedbyathird,15–20
minutes.Reduceheattolowandcover.Transfercanningjars,lidsandringstoacleankitchentowel
todry.Whilestillhot,place2garlicclovehalves,1driedchilipepper,1teaspoonblackpeppercorns,
1teaspoonkoshersalt,1teaspoonmustardseeds,and1teaspoondillseedsinthebottomofeachjar.
Dividethequarteredcucumbersamongthejarsandpackastightlyaspossible,trimmingtofitif
needed.Filleachjarhalfwaywithhotbeer,discardinganyextra.Addvinegartoeachjartofillwithin
1/4inchoftopofjar,completelycoveringcucumbers.Captightlyandshakethoroughlytoblend
ingredients.Letthepicklessitatroomtemperaturefor24hours.Movetorefrigeratorandchillfor3
daysbeforeeating.Storeintherefrigeratorforupto2weeks.Makes3pints.

Beer-GlazedCarrots

2tablespoonsbutter
1-1/2poundslargecarrots,peeledandcutin1/4-inchslices
1canorbottle(12ounces)beer
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
1tablespoonlightbrownsugar
1tablespoonchoppedfreshflat-leafparsley

Meltbutterinmediumsaucepanovermediumheat.Addcarrotsandcookfor2minutes,stirring
occasionally.Addbeer,salt,andpepper,andcook,stirringoccasionally,untilmixturejustcomestoa
boil.Reduceheatandsimmer,uncovered,untilcarrotsaretender,about10minutes.Sprinklewith
brownsugarandstirtocombine.Cookfor5moreminutesandsprinklewithparsleybeforeserving.
Makes6servings.

SweetandSourPaleAleColeSlaw

3cupsshreddedgreencabbage
1cupshreddedredcabbage
2largecarrots,peeledandshredded
2greenonions,whiteandgreenparts,finelychopped
1/2cupmayonnaise
1/4cuppaleale
1tablespoonsugar
1/2teaspoondrymustard
1/4teaspoonceleryseed
1/4teaspoonpaprika
saltandpepper,totaste

Inalargebowl,tosstogetherthegreenandredcabbage,carrots,andgreenonions;reserve.

Inasmallbowl,whisktogetherthemayonnaise,ale,sugar,mustard,celeryseed,andpaprika.Drizzle
overthecabbagemixtureandtosstocoat.Seasonwithsaltandpepper.Coverandrefrigerate1hour
beforeserving.Makes8servings.

Desserts

ChocolateStoutCakewithCreamCheeseFrosting

1cupstoutbeer,suchasGuinness
1/2cupbutter
2cupssugar
3/4cupcocoa
2eggs,beaten
2/3cupsourcream
3teaspoonsvanilla
2cupsflour
1-1/2teaspoonsbakingsoda
8ouncescreamcheese,softened
1-1/2cupspowderedsugar
1/2cupheavywhippingcream

Preheatovento350degrees.Preparea9-inchspringformpanwithnonstickcookingsprayandline
thebottomwithparchmentpaper.

Inasmallsaucepan,heatbeerandbutterandstiruntilbutterismelted.Removefromheatandwhisk
insugarandcocoauntilblended.Inasmallbowl,combinetheeggs,sourcream,andvanilla;whisk
intobeermixture.Inamediumbowl,whisktogethertheflourandbakingsodaandwhiskintobeer
mixtureuntilsmooth.Pourbatterintopreparedpan.Bakefor45–50minutes,oruntilatoothpick
insertedinthecentercomesoutclean.Coolcompletelyinpanonawirerackbeforeremovingsides
ofpanandtransferringtoacakeplate.

Tomakefrosting,putthecreamcheeseinamediumbowlandbeatwithanelectricmixeronmedium
untilfluffy.Addpowderedsugarandcream;beatuntilsmooth.Spreadtopofcakeevenlywith
frosting.Makes12servings.

AppleCinnamonBeerBatterCrepes

3eggs,lightlybeaten
1cupmilk
1cuplagerbeer
1-3/4cupsflour
1pinchsalt
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
3tablespoonsbutter,melted,divided
2crispapples,suchasGrannySmith,peeledanddiced
1/3cupbrownsugar
1/2cupvanilla,pumpkin,orregularale
1/2teaspooncinnamon
powderedsugar

Inalargebowl,whisktogethereggs,milk,andbeer.Graduallywhiskinflour.Addthesaltandoil,
andwhiskthebatteruntilsmooth.Coverandrefrigeratefor1hour.

Heatamediumnonstickfryingpanovermediumheat.Brushwithbutter(reserving1tablespoon)and
pourascant1/3cupbatterinthecenterofthepan;swirlquicklytospreadevenly.Cookuntiledges
justbegintocolorandbatterlosesitsgloss,30–60seconds,andflip.Cookfor20secondsand
transfertoaplate;coverwithaluminumfoil.Repeatwithremainingbatter.

Inasmallsaucepan,heattheremaining1tablespoonmeltedbutterovermediumheatandcookthe
applesfor3minutes.Addthebrownsugar,ale,andcinnamon,andsimmer,stirringoccasionally,
untilliquidreducesbyabouthalf.Foldcrepesinquartersandtopwiththeapplemixture.Sprinkle
withpowderedsugar.Makes8servings.

CherryBeeryBundtCake

3/4cupmaraschinocherries,divided
2cupsflour
2teaspoonsbakingpowder
1/4teaspoonsalt
4eggs,roomtemperature
2cupssugar
2teaspoonsvanilla
1bottle(12ounces)cherrywheatbeer,divided
2tablespoonsbutter,melted
1cuppowderedsugar

Preheatovento375degrees.Preparea12-cupBundtpanwithnonstickcookingsprayanddustwith
flour.

Cut16cherriesinhalfandarrangecut-sidedowninrowsintheflutedsectionsofthepan,pressing
gently.Chopenoughoftheremainingcherriestomake1/4cup.Blotonpapertowelsandreserve.

Inamediumbowl,whisktogetherflour,bakingpowder,andsalt;reserve.Inalargebowl,beateggs
untilthickandfluffy,about3minutes.Beatinthesugarandvanilla.Addtheflourmixtureandstirjust
untilcombined.

Heat1cupbeerinasmallsaucepanovermediumheat.Assoonasbubblesform,removefromheat
andaddtobatter,stirringtoblend.Addbutterandstirjustuntilcombined.Carefullypourbatterinto
preparedpan,takingcarenottodislodgecherries.Sprinklereservedchoppedcherriesoverthebatter.
Bakeuntilatesterinsertedintothecentercomesoutclean,about30minutes.Coolonrackfor10
minutes,andunmoldonaplatter.Cooltoroomtemperature.Inasmallbowl,combinethepowdered
sugarand2tablespoonsbeeruntilsmooth.Drizzleoverthecake.Letsetfor30minutesbefore
serving.Makes10servings.

SpicyGingerbreadCake

1cupstoutbeer,suchasGuinness
1cupmolasses
1-1/2teaspoonsbakingsoda
3eggs
1/2cupsugar
1/2cupfirmlypackeddarkbrownsugar
3/4cupvegetableoil
2cupsflour
2tablespoonsgroundginger
1-1/2teaspoonsbakingpowder
3/4teaspooncinnamon
1/4teaspoongroundcloves
1/4teaspoonnutmeg
1tablespoonpeeledandgrated,freshgingerroot
sweetenedwhippedcream

Preheatovento350degrees.Preparea12-cupBundtpanwithnonstickcookingsprayanddustwith
flour.

Inalargesaucepanoverhighheat,combinethestoutandmolassesandbringtoaboil,stirringgently.
Removefromheatandstirinthebakingsoda;allowmixturetositfor10minutes,oruntilfoam
subsides.Inamediumbowl,whisktogethertheeggs,sugar,andbrownsugar;whiskintheoilto
blend.

Inalargebowl,whisktogethertheflour,ginger,bakingpowder,cinnamon,cloves,andnutmeg.
Combinethestoutmixturewiththeeggmixture,thenwhiskintotheflourmixture.Addthefresh
gingerrootandstirtocombine.Spreadthebatterintopreparedpanandbakefor1hour,oruntilthe
topspringsbackwhengentlypressedandatesterinsertedintothecentercomesoutclean.Transferto
awirerackandcool.Cutinslicesandservetoppedwithadollopofsweetenedwhippedcream.Makes
8–10servings.

ChocolateGlazedStoutBrownies

10tablespoonsbutter,divided
2ouncesunsweetenedbakingchocolate,chopped
1/2cupunsweetenedcocoapowder
1-1/4cupssugar
1/4teaspoonsalt
1egg,roomtemperature
1teaspoonvanilla
1/2cupstoutbeer,suchasGuinness
1cupflour
1/2cupsemisweetchocolatechips
4ouncessemisweetchocolate,chopped

Preheatovento350degrees.Linean8x8-inchpanwithaluminumfoilandspraywithnonstick
cookingspray.

Inalargesaucepan,overmediumheat,melttogether8tablespoonsbutterandunsweetenedchocolate.
Removefromheatandwhiskinthecocoa,sugar,andsalt.Beatintheeggandvanillauntilsmooth.
Beatinthebeer.Whiskintheflourjustuntilcombined.Stirinthechocolatechips.Spreadthebatterin
preparedpanandbakeuntilatoothpickinsertedintothecentercomesoutclean,about30–35minutes.
Coolinthepantoroomtemperature.

Inamicrowave-safebowl,microwavethesemisweetchocolateandremaining2tablespoonsbutteron
highin15secondincrements,stirringeachtimeuntilchocolatehasmelted.Stiruntilsmoothand
spreadontopofthebrownies.Refrigeratefor1hourbeforeserving.Makes16brownies.

ChocolateStoutIceCream

4ouncesmilkchocolate,finelychopped
4ouncessemisweetchocolate,finelychopped
1cupwholemilk
1/2cupsugar
1/8teaspoonsalt
4eggyolks
1cupheavycream
3/4cupstoutbeer,suchasGuinness
1teaspoonvanilla

Putthechoppedmilkandsemisweetchocolateinalargebowlandsetameshstraineroverthetop;
reserve.

Inamediumsaucepan,combinethemilk,sugar,andsaltandbringtoaboilovermediumheat.Ina
mediumbowl,whisktheeggyolks.Slowlypour1/2cupofthemilkmixtureintotheeggyolks,
whiskingconstantly;addthewarmedeggyolksbackintothesaucepan.Stirthemixtureconstantly
overmediumheatuntilitthickensandcoatsthebackofaspoon.

Pourthehotcustardthroughthestraineroverthechocolate,andstiruntilchocolatemelts.Whiskin
thecream,beer,andvanilla.Letcooltoroomtemperature,coverwithplasticwrap,andrefrigerate
foratleast3hours,orovernight.Freezeinanicecreammakeraccordingtomanufacturer ’s
instructions.Makes1quart.

IrishCheesecake

2cupsstoutbeer,suchasGuinness
1tablespoonpackeddarkbrownsugar
1/8teaspoonsalt
1-1/2cupsgrahamcrackercrumbs
6tablespoonsbutter,melted
1-1/3cupssugar,divided
24ouncescreamcheese,softened
1cupsourcream,roomtemperature
2teaspoonsvanilla
3eggs,roomtemperature

Preheatovento350degrees.Preparea9-inchspringformpanwithnonstickcookingspray.

Inasmallsaucepan,heatthestouttoboilingovermediumheatandcookuntilitreducestoabout1/2
cup.Removefromheat,addbrownsugarandsalt;whisktocombine.Reserve.

Mixthegrahamcrackercrumbs,meltedbutter,and1/3cupsugarinamediumbowluntilcombined.
Pressintothebottomand1/2inchupsidesofthepreparedpan.Bakefor7minutes.Coolonawire
rack.

Inalargebowl,beatthecreamcheeseandremaining1cupsugarwithanelectricmixeronmedium
speeduntilsmooth,about3minutes.Addthesourcreamandvanilla;beatuntilcombined.Addthe
eggsoneatatime,beatingaftereachaddition.Pourthefillingintothecooledcrust.Drop
teaspoonfulsofthestoutreductionontopofthebatteranduseaknifetogentlyswirlintothebatter.
Bakefor1hour,oruntilcenterisset.Cooltoroomtemperatureandrefrigerateforatleast4hours
orovernight.Removespringformringandcutintoslices.Makes10servings.

VanillaBeerCake

1package(18.25ounces)yellowcakemix
1package(3.5ounces)instantvanillapuddingmix
1canorbottle(12ounces)beer,divided
1/4cupvegetableoil
4eggs
2tablespoonsbutter
1-1/3cupssugar

Preheatovento350degrees.Preparea12-cupBundtpanwithnonstickcookingsprayanddustwith
flour.

Combinecakemixandpuddingmixinalargebowl.Add1cupofbeerandtheoilandmixjustuntil
combined.Addtheeggsandbeatwithanelectricmixerathighspeeduntilmixtureiscreamyand
smooth.Pourintopreparedpanandbakeuntilatestercomesoutclean,about55minutes.Coolinpan
for10minutes,thenturnoutontoawirerackandcoolcompletely.

Inamediumsaucepan,combineremainingbeer,butter,andsugarandheatovermedium-highheat
untilmixturecomestoaboil.Cook,stirringconstantly,for5minutes.Removefromheatandcool
for10minutes.

Transferthecaketoaservingplateandpokeitalloverwithaskewer.Drizzletheglazeoverthetop
andsides.(Youmaynotneedalltheglaze.)Allowglazetosetfor30minutesbeforeserving.Makes
10servings.

Beer-BatteredCaramelBananas

1-1/2cupsbiscuitmix
1/4teaspooncinnamon
3/4cupwheatbeer
1egg
4mediumripebananas
peanutoil,forfrying
2tablespoonsbutter
1/4cuppackedlightbrownsugar
1-1/2tablespoonsbrandy
1-1/2tablespoonsbananaliqueur
vanillaicecream

Inalargebowl,whisktogetherthebiscuitmixandcinnamon.Addthebeerandeggandwhiskjust
untilcombined.

Pouroiltoadepthof2inchesinaheavypotandheatovermediumheatto350degrees.Peelthe
bananasandcutinhalflengthwiseandcrosswise.Workinginbatches,dipbananapiecesinbatterand
fry,turningonce,untilgoldenbrown,about30secondsperside.Drainonpapertowels.

Meltthebutterinalargefryingpanovermediumheat.Addthebrownsugarandstirconstantlyuntil
mixtureisthickandbubbly.Removefromheatandaddbrandyandbananaliqueur.Stiruntilsmooth.

Spoonvanillaicecreaminto8servingbowlsandtopeachwith2friedbananas.Drizzlethesauce
overtopandserveimmediately.Makes8servings.

Sweets

StoutAlmondBrittle

1/2cupstoutbeer,suchasGuinness
1cupsugar
1tablespoonlightcornsyrup
pinchsalt
1/2teaspoonvanilla
1cuptoastedsliveredalmonds

Linearimmedbakingsheetwithaluminumfoilandspraylightlywithcookingspray.

Inalarge,saucepan,combinethebeer,sugar,andcornsyrup.Bringmixturetoaboiloverhighheat.
Reduceheattosimmeringandcook,stirringoccasionally,untilacandythermometerreads310
degrees.

Removefromheatandimmediatelystirinthesalt,vanilla,andalmonds;becareful,asmixturewill
steam.Quicklypourontothepreparedpan,spreadingitthin.Cooltoroomtemperature.Breakthe
brittleinpiecesandstorewrappedinwaxpaperinatightlycoveredcontainer.Makes8servings.

BeerPretzelTruffles

1bottleorcan(12ounces)stoutbeer,suchasGuinness
8ouncessemisweetchocolate,chopped
1/2cupbutter,softened
1-1/2cupsfinelycrushedpretzelrods,divided

Pour1/3cupofbeerinamediumsaucepanovermedium-lowheat.Whenbubblesjuststarttoform,
addchocolate.Cookwithoutstirringuntilchocolatemelts,thenstirtoblend.Addthebutter1
tablespoonatatime,stirringaftereachadditionuntilincorporated.Removefromheat,coverand
reserve.

Pourtheremainingbeerinasmallsaucepanovermediumheatandbringtoasimmer.Cookuntil
reducedtoabout1tablespoonofliquid,about15minutes.Removefromheatandaddtothechocolate
mixture.Pourmixtureinamediumbowl,add3/4cupofthecrushedpretzels,andstiruntilcombined.
Coverandrefrigerateuntilfirm,3hoursorovernight.

Lineabakingsheetwithparchmentpaper.Scoopthechocolatemixturebyheapingtablespoons,
quicklyrollinaballwithyourhands,andarrangeonpreparedbakingsheet.Pourremaining3/4cup
crushedpretzelsinashallowdish.Rolltrufflesincrushedpretzelsjustbeforeserving.Makesabout
24truffles.

ChocolateStoutFudge

3cupssugar
1/2cupbutter
2/3cupevaporatedmilk
2/3cupchocolatestoutbeer
2cupssemisweetchocolatechips
1jar(7ounces)marshmallowcreme

Preparea9x13-inchbakingdishwithnonstickcookingspray.

Mixsugar,butter,milk,andbeerinalarge,saucepanovermediumheat,stirringtodissolvesugar.
Bringmixturetoafullboil,stirringconstantly,andcookuntilacandythermometerreads234
degrees.

Removefromheatandstirinchocolatechipsuntilmeltedandthoroughlycombined.Beatin
marshmallowcreme.Transferfudgetothepreparedpanandletcoolbeforecuttinginsquares.Store,
tightlycovered,inrefrigerator.Makesabout84pieces.

BeerCaramelCorn

10cupspoppedpopcorn
1cuproughlychoppedpecanhalves
1cup(1-inchpieces)brokenpretzelsticks
1bottle(12ounces)brownale
3tablespoonsbutter
2cupsbrownsugar
1cupheavycream
1/4teaspoonsalt
2teaspoonsvanilla
1/2teaspoonbakingsoda

Preheatovento250degrees.

Spreadthepopcorn,pecans,andpretzelsonalargerimmedbakingsheetandstirtocombine;
reserve.

Inalargesaucepanovermediumheat,combinethealeandbutterandbringtoaboil,stirring
occasionally.Cookuntilmixtureisreducedby1/4.Addthebrownsugar,stirtodissolve,andboil
withoutstirringuntilmixturereaches248degreesonacandythermometer.Slowlyaddthecreamand
stirtoincorporate.Cookforabout5minutesuntilcaramelisthick.Removefromheatandaddthe
salt,vanilla,andbakingsoda.(Themixturewillfoamup.)

Drizzleevenlyoverthepopcornmixture,andmixuntilwellcoated.Bakefor1hour,stirringevery
15minutes.Removepanfromovenandspreadmixtureonparchmentpapertocooltoroom
temperaturebeforebreakingapart.Storeinatightlycoveredcontainer.Makes10servings.

BeerSeaSaltCaramels

1cupbutter
2cupspackeddarkbrownsugar
1canorbottle(12ounces)beer
1cupcornsyrup
1can(14ounces)sweetenedcondensedmilk
1teaspoonvanilla
seasalt

Linea9x13-inchbakingdishwithparchmentpaper;reserve.

Inamediumsaucepan,meltthebutterovermediumheat.Addthebrownsugarandstiruntilblended.
Slowlyaddbeer,cornsyrup,andmilk,stirringconstantly.Cookmixture,stirringconstantly,untilit
measures240degreesonacandythermometer.Removefromheatandstirinvanilla.

Pourmixtureinpreparedpanandsprinklelightlywithseasalt.Letcaramelssetuntilfirm.Remove
frompan,peeloffparchmentpaper,andcutingenerous1-inchsquares.Wrapsquaresinparchment
orwaxedpaperandstoreinanairtightcontaineratroomtemperature.Makesabout96caramels.

Beer-GlazedPeanuts

4cupsrawshelledpeanuts
2cupssugar
1cupbeer
1teaspoonsalt,divided,plusextraforsprinkling

Preheatovento300degrees.Lineabakingsheetwithparchmentpaper.

Inalargepot,combinethepeanuts,sugar,beer,and1/2teaspoonsalt.Heatovermedium-highheat,
stirringconstantly,untilmixturecomestoaboil.Reduceheattomediumandcook,stirring
constantly,untilsyrupreducesbyhalf,about15–20minutes.Addtheremaining1/2teaspoonsaltand
stir.Removefromheat.

Spreadnutsonthepreparedbakingsheetwithasiliconespatula.Bakefor10minutes.Removefrom
oven,stirnutstoseparateandbakeforanother10minutes,oruntilnutsaregoldenbrown.Coolona
wirerackfor10minutes.Separatenutsandstoreinanairtightcontainer.Makesabout5cups.

AbouttheAuthor

ElizaCrossisanaward-winningwriterandtheauthorofseveralbooks,including101ThingsToDo
WithBaconand101ThingsToDoWithaPickle.Shedevelopsrecipesandstylescuisineforcorporate
andprintmedia,andblogsaboutfood,gardening,andsustainablelivingathappysimpleliving.com.
SheliveswithherfamilyinDenver,Colorado.

MetricConversionChart

VolumeMeasurements WeightMeasurements TemperatureConversion

U.S.

Metric

U.S.

Metric

Fahrenheit

Celsius

1teaspoon

5ml

1/2ounce

15g

250

120

1tablespoon

15ml

1ounce

30g

300

150

1/4cup

60ml

3ounces

90g

325

160

1/3cup

75ml

4ounces

115g

350

180

1/2cup

125ml

8ounces

225g

375

190

2/3cup

150ml

12ounces

350g

400

200

3/4cup

175ml

1pound

450g

425

220

1cup

250ml

2-1/4pounds

1kg

450

230