Ranch Beer Cheese Dip
Perfect for game day, this creamy Ranch Beer Cheese Dip is a hit with pretzels, chips, or even as a spread for sliders and burgers.
Ingredients
- 2 8 oz pkg cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup Smoked Gouda cheese, grated (or you can use Sharp Cheddar Cheese)
- 1 cup Pepper Jack cheese, grated
- 1 1 oz pkg dry ranch dressing mix
- ¾ cup cooked chopped bacon, separated
- ½ cup beer, we use a pale, amber beer
- Parsley, for garnish (chopped very very fine)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, 1/2 cup cooked chopped bacon, and ranch seasoning. Using a hand held mixer, mix until combined. It will be thick. Gradually add the beer and mix more.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Scrape into a serving dish or bowl and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cooked, chopped bacon and finely chopped parsley. Serve with a variety of pretzels.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 172kcal, Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 9g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Trans Fat: 0.02g, Cholesterol: 41mg, Sodium: 323mg, Potassium: 64mg, Sugar: 0.5g, Vitamin A: 191IU, Calcium: 210mg, Iron: 0.2mg