Kentucky Beer Cheese

In honor of the Kentucky Derby today, I just researched foods indigenous to this special day, and this one floated my boat!
(yields one batch)

20 oz. extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated
2 garlic cloves, grated
7 oz. bottled dark beer, flat
1/8 t. kosher salt
Tabasco sauce - to your taste
Mustard powder - to your taste

Open beer and bring to room temp. It is desirable to get most of the gas out of the beer, but don't let it get stale. You can heat it in the microwave a bit, if you are in a hurry, but don't boil it. Grate cheese and garlic in a food processor. Switch to the mixing blade and add remaining ingredients, mixing until thoroughly blended. Refrigerate as long as possible as this really helps the flavors develop and meld properly.

"And, they're OFF!!"

It is also Cinco de Mayo, so "Ole!"

"Surround yourself with God's word".

Love,

Chef Deb