Cooking with Beer!
A few words about cooking with beer 
If you're a beer lover, you're probably familiar with at least some of the many styles of beer there are to choose from. Like any other cooking ingredient, not all beers will work well with all types of food.  Malty beers work well with foods that are more subdued in flavor, such as dips, soups, and casseroles, while hoppier brews are great for standing up to bolder, more pronounced dishes like grilled meat, sausages, and seafood dishes. Not a rule, of course- just a place to start!  Dark, heavy brews such as porters and stouts are great for desserts such as dark cakes and mousse, as well as many breads;  A nice malty beer is much better than plain water for breadmaking, as the yeast helps leaven the bread more quickly and evenly, as well as contributing unique flavor.   Cheap American lagers also have their place, and make excellent juice for steaming everything from hot dogs to shellfish! They also work well when you're trying to keep a dish more "tame", without a lot of beer-flavor influence in it. Remember, every style of beer will result in a different  outcome; be sure to try several of them before considering any of these recipes a failure!
Another important tip:  Never think you need to serve the same beer to drink as you used in a recipe!
 
"Beer Cheese"
 
1  8 oz. package cream cheese
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/4 cup soft margarine or butter
1/2 cup beer (your choice!)
4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Black pepper to taste
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. Tabasco sauce
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
 

Mix all ingredients well, adding more beer as needed to create a workable texture; Cheese will re-harden somewhat upon chilling again.  Chill for at least 4 hours, a day is better- serve with your favorite dippers



Saintly Fritters

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
3 tsp. vegetable oil
3 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp salt
2 Jona, Braeburn, or Cortland apples
1 bottle imported Petris Triple Ale (may substitute any malty ale)
 
 

Peel, core, and slice apples into chunks, about 1/2"  in size

In a mixing bowl combine flour, sugar, and egg yolks; reserve egg whites.
Stir in beer and oil, mix until a doughball forms.
Whip eggwhites until they become fluffy; mix into doughball

Remove doughball, turn in apple chunks, and divide into four dough patties
Fry in 375 degree hot oil until browned and cooked through.
May be topped with confectioner's (powdered) sugar or served plain; serve warm.

  



Saranac Spread

2 cups grated  sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup of Saranac Pilsner
1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp Tabasco sauce (substitute Red Hot)
1/2  tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. dry mustard

In a food processor or with a strong arm, blend all ingredients together until mixed thoroughly. Spoon into a jar or serving dish and allow to chill until next day or until solid.  May be rolled in chopped walnuts or pecans and shaped into a cheese log.
Ajust hot peppers and garlic to taste as desired



 "Schnauzers"
 

1 package Kahn's beef franks or other quality hot-dogs (as if there is such a thing!)
1 bottle lager beer
1 cup tomato ketchup
1 small can pineapple chunks
1  can water chestnuts
Toothpicks

Cut hot dogs into chunks, about 1" long. Drain pineapple chunks; set aside. Drain water chestnuts.

In a saucepot combine ketchup and beer; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to a simmer, add hot dogs and water chestnuts.
Cook for 7-8 minutes.    Remove hot dogs and water chestnuts and drain.  Alternately skewer a hot dog, chestnut, and pineapple chunk with a toothpick, serve immediately.



 Beer-B-Q Sauce

1-1/2 cups beer (Vary style for different effects)
1  8-oz. can Hunt's tomato sauce
1 small can tomato paste
1  onion, diced
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 Tbs. mollasses
2 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce
1 Tbs. chili powder
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. liquid smoke
1/2  tsp. cumin

Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil.  reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently.   Allow to cool.  Brush over meats while grilling or baking.
 



 

Beer-Broth Onion Soup

2-3 large onions, about 1 lb.
3 cups beef bouillon
1 bottle Amber Ale
1/4 pound grated cheese (Parmesean, Romano, Swiss)
French bread, sliced and toasted
2 Tbsp. butter
1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp ground pepper or to taste
cooking oil
salt

Heat butter and about 2 tablespoons oil in a Dutch oven or cookpot.  Add thinly sliced onions and continue to stir constantly until they turn a light brown.  Slowly stir in beef broth, and simmer about 10 minutes.
Gently add in beer, Worcestorshire sauce, pepper,  and salt to taste. Simmer 15 minutes.

Pour soup into serving bowls, top each with a slice of toasted bread.  Sprinkle tops with grated cheese.
You may place these under the broiler for a moment to brown the tops, or serve as is.
 

 
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