GERMAN BEER CHEESE SPREAD

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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

Categories Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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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.