Mellow Mushroom Beer Cheese Dip Recipe
This Mellow Mushroom Beer Cheese Dip recipe is amazing. It's creamy and dreamy.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup beer lager or pale ale works best
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese sharp is good
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Pinch of cayenne pepper optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Melt the Butter
- Put butter in a saucepan. Melt it over medium heat.
Make a Roux
- Add flour to the melted butter. Whisk it constantly. Cook for one minute. It will be a thick paste. This is your roux.
Add Liquids
- Slowly pour in the milk. Keep whisking smooth. Then add the beer. Stir until smooth again.
Thicken the Sauce
- Bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir often. It will start to thicken. This takes about 3-5 minutes.
Stir in Cheese
- Reduce heat to low. Add the shredded cheese. Stir until it melts completely. The sauce will be very smooth.
Season the Dip
- Add garlic powder. Add onion powder. Add cayenne pepper if using. Season with salt and pepper. Stir well to combine.
Serve Warm
- Pour the dip into a serving bowl. Serve immediately. Enjoy with your favorite dippers.
Notes
- Use good quality cheese.
- Freshly shredded is best.
- Use a beer you like to drink.
- Don't use dark stout.
- Low heat is key for cheese.
- Don't let it boil.
- Taste and adjust seasonings.