Beer-Cheddar Spread

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Beer-Cheddar Spread

Serve this with breads, crackers and celery sticks. Spanish smoked paprika adds an earthy sweetness; it’s available at some specialty food stores and supermarkets.

Ingredients:

2 cups finely grated sharp Cheddar cheese (about 8 oz.)
4 oz. reduced-fat cream cheese
2 tsp. vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. dry mustard
1/2 tsp. smoked or regular paprika
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/3 cup Pilsner beer, room temperature

Preparation:

Place cheeses in food processor. Add Worcestershire, mustard, paprika and garlic powder. Process until blended.

Add beer slowly, blending until mixture is smooth and spreadable. Refrigerate, covered, up to one week, until ready to use. Makes about 2 cups

Nutritional Info:
Per Tablespoon:
Calories 42
Protein 2g
Total fat 3g
Saturated fat 2g
Cholesterol 10mg
Sodium 63mg