Beer Cheese Recipe is a traditional Kentucky hors d’oeuvre, served with celery, crackers, or bread, everywhere from elegant parties to sports bars. I was given this recipe in Berea, Kentucky, many years ago. From Juanita Jones, Kingsville, Texas

Ingredients:

One 8- ounce package shredded sharp

Cheddar

One 3- ounce package cream cheese,

soft ened

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 garlic clove, minced

1⁄2 teaspoon dry mustard

1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1⁄4 cup beer

2 tablespoons finely chopped green

onions or parsley, optional

Method:

1. Combine the Cheddar, cream cheese, Worcestershire, garlic, dry mustard, cayenne, and beer in a medium bowl; mix well.

2. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to blend. Shape into a log or ball and sprinkle with green onions, if desired.

Notes and Tips:

To soft en cream cheese quickly, unwrap the cheese and place it on a micro wave- safe plate.

Heat in the micro wave on high for 15 seconds.

Keep the ingredients for Beer Cheese on hand in the refrigerator. It can be prepared up to a week in advance.