Mellow Mushroom Beer Cheese Recipe
The Mellow Mushroom Beer Cheese Recipe is creamy and tasty. This dip is very popular in the Mellow Mushroom restaurant.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup beer lager or ale works
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Melt the Butter
- Heat a saucepan on medium. Add butter and let it melt.
Make the Roux
- Add flour to butter. Stir until smooth. This thickens the sauce.
Add Beer Slowly
- Pour beer in slowly. Whisk to stop lumps.
Add Milk
- Add milk. Stir until it turns creamy.
- Season the Sauce
- Add mustard, garlic, and onion powder. Stir well.
Add Cheese Gradually
- Turn heat low. Add cheese in small amounts. Stir until melted.
Taste and Adjust
- Add salt and pepper. Taste and change flavor if needed.
Serve Warm
- Pour into a bowl. Eat hot with bread or pretzels.
Notes
- Use sharp cheddar for strong taste.
- Add beer slowly to avoid lumps.
- Do not boil or cheese may split.
- Serve hot for best flavor.
- Try different beers for new taste.