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Beer and Bacon Pinto Beans Recipe

Craft beer provides an extra flavor boost to this traditional bean dish.

Frogmore Stew Recipe

Named for a tiny town on the South Carolina coastal island of St. Helena, Frogmore stew calls for shrimp, corn on the cob, smoked sausage, and new potatoes steamed in a savory broth. Here a rye IPA adds another layer of flavor.

Kentucky Hot Brown with Brown Beer Mornay

A Hot Brown Sandwich (sometimes known as a Kentucky Hot Brown) is a variation on the traditional Welsh rarebit.

IPA Sriracha Chicken Wings Recipe

Come game day, you will love this classic dish, re-imagined with IPA as a key ingredient.

New York Basil-Beer Cheesecake with Strawberry Preserves Recipe

Basil and Pilsner combine for a unique take on the traditional cheesecake.

Beer-Braised Mushrooms with Herbed Polenta Recipe

American strong ale adds an intriguing layer to this flavorful dish. Serve it as an appetizer or light lunch.

Maryland Beer Crab Cakes

If you like Maryland crab cakes, you will love this classic recipe featuring fresh rock and lump crabmeat that is seasoned with IPA and—of course—Old Bay Seasoning.

“Texas Red” Chili

With a variety of peppers, all meat (no beans), and a hefty dopplebock, our version of this chili may not hail from Texas, but it’s sure to be a crowd pleaser.

Apple Tarte Tatin with Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe

Cinnamon-spiced stout adds a special touch to this easy upside-down pastry.

Stout Sliders with Bacon‑Onion Marmalade Recipe

Grab your favorite sweet—or sour—stout and try your hand at these savory sliders.