Chef Drew’s Easy Tiger Beer Cheese
Reprinted with permission from Bread on the Table: Recipes for Making and Enjoying Europe’s Most Beloved Breads (Ten Speed Press, 2019). Yield: 4-6 servings 1 cup lager beer (such as Brooklyn Lager) 1 pound sharp cheddar cheese, grated 8 ounces room temperature cream cheese 1/2 yellow onion, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons hot sauce (such as Tabasco) 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Into a glass, pour beer and let sit until it loses its effervescence, about 15 minutes. In a food processor, combine remaining ingredients and pulse until slightly blended. With processor running, slowly pour in beer. Transfer mixture to a bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 1 week. Serve cold or let soften at room temperature briefly before serving. Author pairing suggestion: Märzen-style beer, such as Brooklyn Lager |