Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, here’s something to go with all your favorite dippers! Make it with Guinness if you want a deep and slightly bitter flavor; sub in ale or IPA for a lighter, hoppier flavor. Non-alcoholic beer works great too.
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1-2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2/3 cup beer
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Directions
Heat butter in large saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and let it sauté for half a minute. Whisk in flour until combined/cooked through, about 1 minute.
Slowly whisk in milk, beer, mustard, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper until everything is combined.
Cook until mixture has thickened slightly, stirring constantly, for about 3-5 minutes. Whisk in cheese until smooth.
Adjust texture by whisking in more milk (to thin) or more cheese (to thicken). Adjust seasonings and serve warm.