This beer cheese dip pairs perfectly with Bavarian-style pretzels and with bratwurst. Alternatively, use it in mac & cheese, smear on slider buns as a topping, or try making a grilled cheese sandwich with it.
Prep Time::10 mins
Cook Time::5 mins
Total Time::15 mins
Servings::10
Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup milk
3/4 cup German dark beer
2 teaspoons stone ground mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup freshly grated sharp Cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Directions
Melt butter In a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Continue whisking; pour in milk. Whisk in beer; cook until mixture thickens, 3 to 5 minutes.
Stir in mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Add cheese; stir until cheese is melted. Stir in Aleppo pepper; season with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately.
Cook’s Note
I used a German Dunkel, a dark lager beer. Others to try include Shiner Bock, and Yuengling Black & Tan. The flavor will change based on the beer you choose.
Crushed Aleppo pepper is available online; I bought mine from Savory Spice Shop. Ancho chile powder is a good substitute.