Instructions

• Add the first stage ingredients, in the order listed, to the Deluxe Cooking Blender. Replace and lock the lid. Turn the wheel to select the SAUCE setting; press the wheel to start.
  1 cup milk, ½ cup Guinness Stout Beer, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp onion powder, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper
• Meanwhile, add the flour and butter to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on HIGH for 1½ minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, to make a roux.
  ¼ cup all-purpose flour, 3 tbsp butter
• When prompted to “Add,” remove the vented lid cap and carefully add the roux to the pitcher. Replace the cap and press the wheel to start .*
  ¼ cup all-purpose flour, 3 tbsp butter
• When the timer is up, press CANCEL. Remove the cap and carefully add the add-in. Replace the cap and blend on speed 3 of the CUSTOM BLEND setting for 1 minute, or until the cheese is fully incorporated.**
  4 oz. cheddar cheese, 4 oz. Swiss cheese
• Serve alongside pretzels or beer bread.