Stout Mac and Cheese

https://homeiswheretheboatis.net/2014/03/05/stout-mac-and-cheese/

Ingredients

7 ounces uncooked rotini pasta

2 teaspoons canola oil

4 ounces hot turkey Italian sausage (I used 8 ounces for a 2 ounce serving per person)

3/4 cup diced onion

2 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/8 teaspoon kosher salt

1 cup Guinness Stout beer

1/3 cup whole milk

2.5 ounces reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

2 ounces light processed cheese, shredded (such as Velveeta Light)

Cooking spray

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 450°.

2. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain.

3. While pasta cooks, heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add oil; swirl to coat. Remove casing from sausage. Add sausage and onion to pan; cook 6 minutes, stirring to crumble sausage. Add flour, pepper, and salt; cook 1 minute, stirring frequently. Stir in beer; bring to a boil. Cook 3 minutes or until thick and bubbly, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Add milk and cheeses, stirring until smooth. Stir in pasta. Divide mixture evenly among 4 ceramic gratin dishes coated with cooking spray. Bake at 450° for 10 minutes or until lightly browned.