Creamy White Cheddar Beer Cheese Dip

• servings: 8 servings
• active time: 5 minutes
• total time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

16 ounces white cheddar cheese (shredded, divided)

2 ounces cream cheese

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon dijon mustard

1/2 cup beer (can use gluten free, if needed)

salt and pepper (to taste)

Directions

Preheat broiler.

Add all but 1/2 cup of the white cheddar cheese and cream cheese to a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. When in doubt, lower the heat so the sauce doesn't "break." Cook, stirring frequently, until melted and smooth.

Whisk in the garlic powder, dijon mustard and beer until evenly blended and smooth, stirring almost constantly to prevent it from burning. Season with salt and pepper.

Transfer the cheese mixture to a small oven proof skillet or baking dish and top with the reserved cheese.

Heat under the broiler until bubbly and starting to brown, watching very closely, about 1-2 minutes.

Remove and serve with soft pretzels, other dippables, or on burgers or sandwiches.

Nutrition

• Calories: 260 kcal
• Total Fat: 21 g
• Saturated Fat: 13 g
• Cholesterol: 67 mg
• Sodium: 383 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 2 g
• Total Sugars: 1 g
• Protein: 15 g