A chilled cheese and beer dip seasoned with horseradish, garlic an red pepper flakes.

Beer Cheese Dip

8 cups (2 pounds) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

1 medium onion, finely minced

1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce

2 tablespoons cream-style prepared horseradish

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

2 cloves garlic, finely minced

1 bottle flat beer, as needed

1. Combine cheese, onion, Tabasco sauce, horseradish, red pepper flakes and garlic. Add enough beer for desired consistency of dip.
2. Serve with crackers, chips, or vegetable crudités.

Makes about 8 cups.