Instructions

1. Cook pasta until al dente, following box directions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large oven safe skillet (I like to use a cast iron) melt butter over medium heat.
3. Whisk in sage, salt, pepper and garlic. Add in flour and whisk until the flour and butter become a nice smooth mixture. Whisk the flour mixture for 1 minute.
4. In a large measuring cup add milk and beer. Slowly pour the liquid into the flour mixture, while constantly stirring. Stir the mixture until it starts to slightly bubble and thicken.
5. When it’s thick enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon add in cheese. Stir together until cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
6. Add pasta and caramelized onions into the cheese mixture and stir to combine. Top with panko crumbs and lightly mist with olive oil.
7. Place macaroni and cheese in the oven under the broiler setting and broil until the topping is golden brown.