Ingredients for 16 servings:
1. 3 (5 ounce) jars sharp cheese spread, such as Kraft Old English Cheese, at room temperature
2. 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
3. 1 1/4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
4. 2 garlic cloves, minced
5. 2 drops hot sauce
6. 1 small onion, minced
7. 2 tablespoons salted butter, softened
8. 1/4 cup dark beer, heated and cooled, plus extra, if needed
9. 1 loaf pumpernickel bread, such as the mini loaves you may find at the deli counter
10. assorted crudites
Directions:
1. Blend cheese spread, cream cheese, blue cheese, garlic, hot sauce, onion and butter in a food processor.
2. Add more beer if necessary, a few tablespoons at a time, until dip reaches dip consistency.
3. Pour into bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
4. Serve with bread slices and crudites.
5. Optional: hollow out a round loaf of pumpernickel and spoon the dip in; then serve.
Enjoy your meal!