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Easy 15-Minute Pub-Style Beer Cheese Dip

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Create the ultimate game day appetizer with this quick, stovetop beer cheese dip. It yields a rich, velvety sauce perfect for dipping soft pretzels.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup pale lager or amber beer
  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
  • 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, freshly grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in the flour and cook for one minute, stirring constantly to create a roux. Do not let it brown.
  3. Slowly whisk in the beer until fully combined. Cook for one minute, stirring.
  4. Gradually whisk in the warm milk until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened. Reduce heat to low.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the grated cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses one handful at a time, stirring until each addition is completely melted and smooth before adding the next. Do not boil the sauce after adding cheese.
  6. Stir in the salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper, if using.
  7. Serve immediately warm with soft pretzels, chips, or vegetables.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated cheese for the smoothest texture; pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that can make the sauce grainy.
  • For a tangier flavor, use a slightly darker beer like an amber ale or brown ale.
  • Keep the heat low when melting the cheese to prevent the sauce from breaking or becoming oily.

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