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Jarlsberg Beer Queso

Take your dip game to the next level. Jarlsberg makes this queso ever-so-creamy, while the buttery flavors of the cheese tame the slightly bitter pilsner. Enjoy this one alongside pretzel sticks or pretzel bites.
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ jalapeño diced (or more to taste)
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1½ cups pilsner
  • 1 8- ounce block of cream cheese at room temperature
  • 16 oz. Jarlsberg cheese grated
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles drained

Instructions
 

  • ► Add olive oil to a medium skillet over low heat. Add jalapeño, and sauté until pepper starts to soften. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • ► Raise heat to medium and add beer. After 2-3 minutes, stir in cream cheese and continue stirring until it’s melted.
  • ► When sauce is creamy, reduce heat to low add Jarlsberg, stirring again until cheese is melted Remove from heat; stir in the tomatoes and green chiles. Mix until well blended and serve hot alongside your favorite pretzel sticks.