Recipe courtesy of Nealey Dozier

Cheddar and Ale Dip

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This recipe is an almost exact replica of a delicious cheesy beer dip available at my local watering hole. I have ruined my dinner on this gluttonous appetizer more times than I can count. When it's in front of me, I have zero control over myself-it is beyond good. Notes: Use an amber lager such as Killian's Irish Red if possible; I've made this with other beers and it isn't nearly as fabulous. Seek out excellent quality pretzel bread for dunking, either from a bakery or your grocer's freezer. Keep the dip warm in a crockpot or over a sterno flame while serving, stirring regularly, to keep smooth.
  • Level: Easy
  • Total: 25 min
  • Prep: 10 min
  • Cook: 15 min
  • Yield: 2 cups
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Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat the processed cheese spread in a heavy saucepan over moderate heat until melted and smooth, stirring frequently to prevent scalding. Reduce heat to low to medium-low. Stir in the scallions, beer and mustard and let come to a gentle simmer. Toss the grated Cheddar with the cornstarch. Slowly whisk in the Cheddar a handful at a time, whisking until each batch is combined before adding more. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in milk, a little at time, to thin if necessary (I prefer mine quite thick). Keep warm in a crockpot or over a sterno, stirring occasionally, in order for dip to remain smooth. Serve immediately with toasted pretzel bread.

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