Beer-Barbecued Chicken

Here's our spin on the roast-a-chicken-on-top-of-a-can-of-beer technique that's popular with barbecue aficionados. To simplify things, we just pour a little beer inside the chicken as it cooks. The beer keeps the meat juicy and a smoky-flavored spice rub both under and over the skin gives it extra flavor.

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Augustine's Beer & Tequila Carnitas

These pork carnitas have a little more flair and much less fat than the traditional deep-fried versions common to Mexican cuisine. Beer and dark tequila give them a very special flavor.

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Chile & Beer Braised Brisket

Brisket, a naturally tough cut, becomes meltingly tender when it's braised in beer and chiles. Try this with corn tortillas or as a filling for enchiladas or tamales. Or simply serve it with rice and a green salad.

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Mussels South of Two Borders

Prince Edward Island might account for a healthy share of the world’s mussel production, but this recipe takes those mollusks farther south for a Latin American preparation that combines chorizo, chiles and beer.

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Cheddar-Ale Soup

Take the chill out of a cold winter's night with this creamy cheese- and beer-lover's soup. Make it a meal by serving it with hearty whole-grain farm bread and a salad dressed with a tangy vinaigrette.

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Guinness-Marinated Bison Steak Sandwiches

This open-faced, “fork and knife” sandwich is piled high with slices of Guinness-marinated bison steak, mushrooms and red onion.

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Slow-Cooker Stout & Chicken Stew

Chicken thighs can take plenty of cooking without getting tough or drying out, which makes them perfect for the slow-cooker. Here, we braise them in Guinness stout along with hearty vegetables.

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Beer with Chile Granita

Try this beer if you're in the mood for something spicy and cold. It's perfect to beat the summer heat.

Recipe from Paletas by Fany Gerson/Ten Speed Press, 2011. 

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Honey Spice Beer Cake

For this tremendous recipe, you can try lager, Guinness or your favorite brew. Just be ready, because each one imparts a different flavor.

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