Beer Braised Ranch Steak With Chipotle Mac and Cheese | Star Ranch Angus

Ingredients

• Star Ranch Angus® ranch steak (about 2 pounds)
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 12-ounces dark beer
• 1 cup beef stock
• 1 chipotle pepper, chopped, with adobo sauce
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 package (12-16 ounces) macaroni (or other short) pasta. Boiled and drained for suggested time on package.
• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 quart half-and-half
• 1 ¼ pounds shredded white cheddar cheese
• 1-2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo, chopped
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon oil for ramekins/skillets
• 1 cup dry breadcrumbs
• Green onions, chopped for garnish (optional)