Cheese and Guinness Spread

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 ounces Guinness stout
6 ounces grated sharp Cheddar
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 crudité

Preparation:
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.

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.

Shared by Carol Zerillo