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Mellow Mushroom Beer Cheese Recipe

Mellow Mushroom Beer Cheese Recipe

Welcome to the Mellow Mushroom Beer Cheese Recipe. Mellow Mushroom Beer Cheese is a creamy, tangy dip made with sharp cheddar, beer, and spices, inspired by the popular appetizer served at Mellow Mushroom restaurants.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup beer lager or ale works best
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

Step 1: Make the roux
  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until smooth and gently browned, after whisking in the flour.
    Mellow Mushroom Beer Cheese Recipe
Step 2: Add the beer
  1. Slowly pour in the beer while whisking constantly. Cook until the mixture starts to thicken, about 2 to 3 minutes.
    Mellow Mushroom Beer Cheese Recipe
Step 3: Stir in the cream cheese
  1. After adding the cream cheese, swirl it into the sauce until it melts.
    Mellow Mushroom Beer Cheese Recipe
Step 4: Add the cheddar and seasonings
  1. Lower the heat and stir in shredded cheddar, garlic powder, mustard, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated and smooth.
    Mellow Mushroom Beer Cheese Recipe
Step 5: Serve warm
  1. Pour into a bowl and serve hot with soft pretzels, breadsticks, or veggies.
    Mellow Mushroom Beer Cheese Recipe

Notes

Let the leftover beer cheese cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.