I call these my Bearclaw Pretzel Bites made with sourdough discard and served with a homemade Beer Cheese Dip made with ginger beer for a nonalcoholic twist (although you can still use regular beer)… a seriously delicious appetizer for your upcoming Superbowl party!

Ingredients to Make Beer Cheese Dip:

Unsalted Butter
Flour
Whole Milk
Ginger Beer or regular beer
Worcestershire Sauce
Dijon Mustard
Garlic Powder
Smoked Paprika
Salt
Freshly Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese*

*Freshly grating your cheddar cheese will make a significant difference in the final outcome and creaminess, because pre-shredded cheese has a special coating to help it not all melt together during shipping.

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Homemade Beer Cheese Dip (Nonalcoholic)

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Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Ingredients

2 tbsp. Unsalted Butter
3 tbsp. Flour
3/4 cup Whole Milk
2/3 cup Ginger Beer or regular beer
1 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce
1 tsp. Dijon Mustard
1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp. Smoked Paprika
Salt to taste
8-10 oz. Freshly Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese

Instructions

Freshly grate the sharp cheddar cheese. Set aside.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, add the butter and flour. Whisk until the flour has been absorbed by the melted butter, and forms a paste.
Gradually pour in the whole milk as you whisk.
Slowly pour in the beer and whisk another minute, until thickened up slightly.
Whisk in the Worcestershire sauce, dijon, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Add in half of the grated cheese and stir until completely melted. Stir in the remaining until a smooth yet thick cheese dip. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Enjoy with the homemade pretzel bites and cooked sausage!

I truly hope you all enjoy this treasured recipe that has nestled its way into our hearts here in the ABM kitchen! ’till next time… xxL

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” ~ Jeremiah 29:11 NIV

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