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What a great dip to take to happy hour parties! This was a huge hit. Smooth and very tasty. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-09-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Connie9367"},"reviewBody":"
Love it-better than anything you can buy and very easy with a food processor. Minor changes-1\/2T Worcestershire (personal preference), 1\/2 cup Michelob Ultra because that\u2019s what I had and this amount was all it needed to avoid getting soupy-probably because I started with room temperature cheese. Served with sour dough pretzels <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-09-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanGrapes"},"reviewBody":"have made several times..i think it's the reason some people insist i come to their gatherings.....lol... ..so far, the best has been a mix of an extra sharp, and a sharp cheese. usually better made a day ahead. am going to get crazy and see how it turns out with gouda....wish me luck!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-09-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueBox"},"reviewBody":"This cheese dip has great flavor. Like one other reviewer, I wasn't crazy about the texture of the dip prepared according to the recipe. I decided to heat it in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring often. This gave me a warm, melty cheese dip that we used for soft pretzels and cooked kielbasa. It was great! Also, I used a lighter, lager-style beer instead of a dark German brew.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-11-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OlivePin"},"reviewBody":"I absolutely love this!!!! I followed the recipe exactly, used Octoberfest beer, and it is awesome. I made it and let it flavor overnight then took it to a party and everyone wanted the recipe..... Thanks for sharing!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-10-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeRaindrop"},"reviewBody":"This dip is very good! I used a lighter beer because I don't care for dark beer.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-12-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCone"},"reviewBody":"This is delicious!!! I followed instructions exactly. I used sharp cheddar and good old Budweiser - because I like it! I used only an eighth of a teaspoon of salt because I use very fine sea salt. I scraped down the sides of the food processor as needed. I just made it and tasted for seasoning, and it is perfect! Mine came out light and fluffy, not chunky or grainy at all. When it was mostly combined and I no longer needed to scrape it down, I actually set a timer for 1 minute and processed on high speed. Thank you for this awesome recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-06-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Gold8Ball"},"reviewBody":"Fantastic and easy dip. I made this yesterday for Father's day and it was a huge hit. I've tried it with light and dark beer and the dark beer tends to overpower it a little.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-09-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBox"},"reviewBody":"Really like this dip...have made it several times. However, the texture is very grainy. Its not the coarse mustard its the consistency of the cheese itself. I personally don't care but some others seem to have a textural issue. Anyone have any thoughts?","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-09-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanClover"},"reviewBody":"It doesn't matter that cheddar isn't a German cheese...this is just GOOD! I also used a lighter beer as the dark ones are so strong...I like to cook with them. Since this is not a cooking recipe, I opted for the lighter beer. Still delicious!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-08-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveFan"},"reviewBody":"The German recipes I've seen in actual German cookbooks call for camembert, but I would agree that a really ripe brie would work. I'm using Laughing Cow Swiss (triangles) instead of cream cheese. I like to serve it with homemade German soft pretzels. No cheddar!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-08-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanDog"},"reviewBody":"Made this for a party this weekend. I used Beck's beer and Boetje's mustard. It was easy to make and it went over well. It makes a lot so you may want to 1\/2 the recipe for a smaller crowd. We had quite a bit left over and were at a party of 10 - 12 where there weren't a lot of other appetizers.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-11-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleFan"},"reviewBody":"Good stuff! My German husband approved. Used Hefeweizin- just right beer for it I think. Texture is ok for us.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-09-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldChilli"},"reviewBody":"This was fun, easy and different from my usual. Yum!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-09-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurplePumpkin"},"reviewBody":"We made this for our Oktoberfest style dinner and it was a big hit. Served it with bread pretzels and small rye bread slices. It does make a lot--next time I will probably make a half batch.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-08-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleSnow"},"reviewBody":"This is a quick and easy dip. It is always a hit with the adults. My boys aren't huge fans when I use dark German beers.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-08-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedQuill"},"reviewBody":"Outstanding flavor, easy to whip up. My 15 year old grandson came by with a bunch of his friends to play ping pong and pool after school yesterday, remembered seeing this recipe In the Sept. Oct. issue of ToH, and luckily had all the ingredients. I don't have a food processor so I used finely shredded cheddar, instead.. results were a bit lumpy, but that was acceptable. 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When it was mostly combined and I no longer needed to scrape it down, I actually set a timer for 1 minute and processed on high speed. Thank you for this awesome recipe!","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"12\/05\/2019 02:51","GUID":"b677d2c6183b4da1b7e73e99dd835930","MemberId":9746399,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Megan","SubmittedDate":"12\/05\/2019 02:51"},{"Comment":"I absolutely love this!!!! I followed the recipe exactly, used Octoberfest beer, and it is awesome. I made it and let it flavor overnight then took it to a party and everyone wanted the recipe..... Thanks for sharing!!!","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"11\/19\/2019 13:51","GUID":"aa2cae54b8324252b2abf4d51793beae","MemberId":3169897,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"patty2222","SubmittedDate":"11\/19\/2019 13:51"},{"Comment":"have made several times..i think it's the reason some people insist i come to their gatherings.....lol...\n\n..so far, the best has been a mix of an extra sharp, and a sharp cheese. usually better made a day ahead. \n\nam going to get crazy and see how it turns out with gouda....wish me luck!","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"09\/13\/2019 20:19","GUID":"54d1b800b7dc4d02b07d9e06a35d30ac","MemberId":9698377,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Maria","SubmittedDate":"09\/13\/2019 20:19"},{"Comment":"It doesn't matter that cheddar isn't a German cheese...this is just GOOD! I also used a lighter beer as the dark ones are so strong...I like to cook with them. Since this is not a cooking recipe, I opted for the lighter beer. Still delicious!!","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"09\/03\/2019 19:23","GUID":"8f93b76038ea4549b1485179e81e9eaf","MemberId":2739134,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"ScottsGrace","SubmittedDate":"09\/03\/2019 19:23"},{"Comment":"The German recipes I've seen in actual German cookbooks call for camembert, but I would agree that a really ripe brie would work. I'm using Laughing Cow Swiss (triangles) instead of cream cheese. I like to serve it with homemade German soft pretzels. No cheddar!","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"08\/13\/2019 19:55","GUID":"8b0437abda8846fa8c2250f4f057a263","MemberId":9577824,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"Suzanne ","SubmittedDate":"08\/13\/2019 19:55"},{"Comment":"Mhhh, nobody in Bavaria would even remotely consider Cheddar an ingredient. Never seen a dip like this and I grew up in Munich. \nMy guess is that this is a heavily americanized version of something called Obatzda which is quite popular in southern Germany and Austria. Here's how you make that:\nreally really ripe brie - best a double or triple cream version\ncream cheese\nsalt\npepper\nfinely chopped or grated onions\nhot paprika powder\n\nThe brie and cream cheese are equal parts, be generous with the onions (I use white onions, they're not as aggressive) and use salt, pepper and paprika to taste (be bold again). Mesh all of that together - a small food processor may work, I just do it by hand because it's a pretty stiff mixture. \nUse with pretzels or crackers.","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"02\/18\/2019 03:02","GUID":"2cb28928a49b4baeb70094862cf49153","MemberId":9610987,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Uwe","SubmittedDate":"02\/18\/2019 03:02"},{"Comment":"
Good stuff! My German husband approved. Used Hefeweizin- just right beer for it I think. Texture is ok for us.<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"11\/20\/2015 15:44","GUID":"82266725fe0641398ba3847f127bf0df","MemberId":8027573,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"peanutsnona76","SubmittedDate":"11\/20\/2015 15:44"},{"Comment":"
This dip is very good! I used a lighter beer because I don't care for dark beer.<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"10\/24\/2015 12:35","GUID":"c03fb14bfaff48ad9aa065b37e9c57c1","MemberId":7338987,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cskrn","SubmittedDate":"10\/24\/2015 12:35"},{"Comment":"
Fantastic and easy dip. I made this yesterday for Father's day and it was a huge hit. I've tried it with light and dark beer and the dark beer tends to overpower it a little.<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"06\/22\/2015 09:16","GUID":"4803007c39144974833fdae9e501b55c","MemberId":7202558,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"LindaS_WI","SubmittedDate":"06\/22\/2015 09:16"},{"Comment":"
This cheese dip has great flavor. Like one other reviewer, I wasn't crazy about the texture of the dip prepared according to the recipe. I decided to heat it in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring often. This gave me a warm, melty cheese dip that we used for soft pretzels and cooked kielbasa. It was great! Also, I used a lighter, lager-style beer instead of a dark German brew.<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"09\/24\/2014 18:51","GUID":"44D41B140B0340DA8EF326CF6D27C54A","MemberId":611392,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Nan Mock","SubmittedDate":"09\/24\/2014 18:51"},{"Comment":"
Really like this dip...have made it several times. However, the texture is very grainy. Its not the coarse mustard its the consistency of the cheese itself. I personally don't care but some others seem to have a textural issue. Anyone have any thoughts?<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"09\/14\/2014 13:36","GUID":"97bb1d2805e4411489e5ae36b23dada4","MemberId":7460083,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Hammyy3","SubmittedDate":"09\/14\/2014 13:36"},{"Comment":"
This was fun, easy and different from my usual. Yum!<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"09\/10\/2014 19:38","GUID":"fed52f4d832b4854a046a949aeec2850","MemberId":4631582,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"aug2295","SubmittedDate":"09\/10\/2014 19:38"},{"Comment":"
We made this for our Oktoberfest style dinner and it was a big hit. Served it with bread pretzels and small rye bread slices. It does make a lot--next time I will probably make a half batch.<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"09\/01\/2014 01:05","GUID":"6b5485bbf17948f3acb0874542c1db82","MemberId":6725667,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"toolbarsco","SubmittedDate":"09\/01\/2014 01:05"},{"Comment":"
This is a quick and easy dip. It is always a hit with the adults. My boys aren't huge fans when I use dark German beers.<\/p>","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"08\/31\/2014 14:04","GUID":"05568C2BAA5C41B18557A2137AF8DB0F","MemberId":828588,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"randcbruns","SubmittedDate":"08\/31\/2014 14:04"},{"Comment":"
Outstanding flavor, easy to whip up. My 15 year old grandson came by with a bunch of his friends to play ping pong and pool after school yesterday, remembered seeing this recipe In the Sept. Oct. issue of ToH, and luckily had all the ingredients. I don't have a food processor so I used finely shredded cheddar, instead.. results were a bit lumpy, but that was acceptable. This volunteer field editor rates this recipe five stars.<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"08\/27\/2014 11:08","GUID":"650D2DD65C75425E917EE28ABA815009","MemberId":446601,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Beema","SubmittedDate":"08\/27\/2014 11:08"},{"Comment":"
Made this for a party this weekend. I used Beck's beer and Boetje's mustard. It was easy to make and it went over well. It makes a lot so you may want to 1\/2 the recipe for a smaller crowd. We had quite a bit left over and were at a party of 10 - 12 where there weren't a lot of other appetizers.<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"08\/17\/2014 10:31","GUID":"a7926e8fc70e4ff3b87c1aaac15ce2e5","MemberId":6274015,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"uncorked","SubmittedDate":"08\/17\/2014 10:31"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43605,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":312993,"name":"Spreads","slug":"spreads","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312928,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Looking for party spreads and spread recipes? Find party spreads and spread recipes for any occasion.","parent":310796,"count":355,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/spreads\/"},{"term_id":313006,"name":"Cheddar Cheese Spreads","slug":"cheddar-cheese-spreads","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312941,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Looking for recipes for cheddar cheese spread? Taste Recipes has the best cheddar cheese spread recipes from real cooks like you, featuring reviews, ratings, how-to videos and tips.","parent":312993,"count":52,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/spreads\/cheddar-cheese-spreads\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"German Beer Cheese Spread"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n