GERMAN BEER CHEESE SPREAD

German Beer Cheese Spread image

We love recipes inspired by our German heritage. This tangy spread is fantastic served alongside everything, including pretzels and pumpernickel or crackers and sausage. Choose your favorite beer-the flavor really comes through. -Angela Spengler, Tampa, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 pound sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup German beer or nonalcoholic beer
Assorted crackers or vegetables

Steps:

Place cheese in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped, about 1 minute. Add Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper. Gradually add beer while continuing to process until mixture is smooth and spreadable, about 1-1/2 minutes., Transfer to a serving bowl or gift jars. Refrigerate, covered, up to 1 week. Serve with crackers or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.