Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 12 oz sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
  • 1 cup Friendship Dairies cottage cheese
  • 1 garlic clove (roughly chopped)
  • 1 tsp ground mustard
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)
  • 1/2 cup beer or ale
  • 3 slices cooked bacon (roughly chopped)
  • fresh chives (thinly sliced, for garnish, optional)
  • bacon crumbles (for garnish, optional)

Instruction

  • Pour beer into a measuring cup and let it become flat while you gather the remaining ingredients.
  • Add all of the ingredients to food processor in order listed except for the bacon.
  • Pulse a few times to incorporate.
  • Turn food processor to high and puree until nice and smooth or desired consistency is achieved.
  • Add bacon and pulse a few times until it is incorporated.
  • Remove the dip from the processor and place in refrigerator to chill for at least an hour for best flavor.
  • Serve with pretzels, bread sticks, and fresh veggies.