Beer Cheese Dip with Sausage in Puff Pastry Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Beer Cheese Dip:

• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
• 1 cup beer (lager or ale works well)
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Sausage in Puff Pastry:

• 1 package (about 17.3 oz) frozen puff pastry, thawed
• 8-10 sausage links (cocktail sausages or small sausages)
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Beer Cheese Dip

1. Make a Roux:

• In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk constantly for about 1 minute to form a roux.

1. Add Beer:

• Gradually whisk in the beer, making sure to remove any lumps. Continue to cook until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.

1. Add Cheese:

• Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheddar and Gruyère cheeses until completely melted and smooth.

1. Season:

• Stir in the Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste. Keep warm on low heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 2: Prepare the Sausage in Puff Pastry

1. Preheat Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

1. Prepare Puff Pastry:

• Unroll the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry into small squares, large enough to wrap around each sausage.

1. Wrap Sausages:

• Place a sausage in the center of each puff pastry square and fold the pastry over to wrap the sausage completely. Press the edges to seal.

1. Brush with Egg Wash:

• Place the wrapped sausages seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.

1. Bake:

• Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed.

Step 3: Serve

1. Serve Warm:

• Serve the warm beer cheese dip with the sausage pastries. Enjoy dipping the sausages into the creamy beer cheese!

Tips:

• Cheese Selection: You can substitute the cheeses with your favorites or what you have on hand.
• Beer Choice: A mild beer works best for a balanced flavor, but feel free to use your preferred type.

This Beer Cheese Dip with Sausage in Puff Pastry makes a great appetizer or party snack with a combination of creamy, cheesy dip and flaky, savory pastries. Enjoy!