Cheese and Guinness Spread Cost per Serving: $.48

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 shallot, finely chopped

1 clove garlic, chopped

2 ounces Guinness stout

6 ounces grated sharp Cheddar $

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2 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature

1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds

1/2 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper

2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Assorted crackers and crudités $

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Preparation

1. In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallot and sauté until soft, 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook for 2 minutes longer. Transfer to a food processor and let cool.
2. Add Guinness, cheeses, caraway and paprika to food processor and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Place in a serving bowl, cover and chill for at least 4 hours. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with crackers and crudités.