Recipe: Beer Cheese (using cheddar and blue cheese)

BEER CHEESE

Beer cheese is an easy and distinctive cheese spread that became famous as bar food in Kentucky. It's not subtle: serve it with stronger flavors, like rustic wheat crackers or party rye bread.

1 pound sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup beer
4 ounces blue cheese
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic
2 teaspoons wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste

Combine all ingredients and blend in a blender 1/2-batch at a time or in a food processor all at once. Should be very smooth.

Makes 2 to 3 cups
Source: Courier-Journal, Louisville, Kentucky