Ingredients

  • 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 slices American cheese, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup your favorite beer (preferably something light in color)
  • several good shakes of your favorite hot sauce (we used Cholula)
  • tortilla chips and pickled jalapenos, to serve

Method

  • Combine cheeses and cornstarch in a large mixing bowl and toss to coat.
  • Heat the milk in a medium pot over low heat, then gradually whisk in the cheese until melted.
  • Add the beer and continue whisking over low heat until completely smooth.
  • Whisk in the hot sauce, then keep on low heat for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the beer to mellow.
  • If it gets too thick, add a little more milk.
  • If it seems a little runny, it will thicken as it cools.
  • Adjust until you get the consistency you like.
  • Serve warm with tortilla chips and pickled jalapenos.