Corn and Ale Cheese Dip

Corn and Ale Cheese Dip

(2½ cups)

Ingredients:

1 pkg. (8 oz.) Cream Cheese, room temperature

6 oz. Ale Beer (your choice)

5 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese, finely shredded

1½ cups Corn Kernels (see note)

1 medium Red Bell Pepper, seeded and diced

2 medium Green Onions, sliced

Tortilla chips, Large Frito Chips and/or Toasted Baguette Slices 

Directions:

In a medium bowl, place cream cheese and beat with a mixer on medium-high speed for 30 seconds.  Add the ale and beat (carefully) until smooth and creamy.  Stir in the cheese, bell pepper, and green onion.  You may want to leave some bell pepper and green onion for garnish.  Transfer mixture to a greased cast iron skillet or rimmed baking dish that will hold 3 cups of product.  Put in a pre-heated 350-degree oven for 30 minutes uncovered.  Remove and serve with tortilla chips, large Frito chips and/or toasted baguette slices.

Note:               You can use fresh, canned or frozen corn kernels here.  For canned, be sure to drain well.  If using frozen, thaw first.

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