Oktoberfest is this month. What better way to celebrate than enjoying a beer with an authentic German appetizer?

Beer Cheese Dip (Bierkäse)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup pot cheese (cottage cheese) or ricotta

12 oz. cup Roquefort, Gorgonzola or bleu cheese

1/2 cup softened butter

Worcestershire sauce

INSTRUCTIONS

Combine 1 cup pot cheese (cottage cheese) or ricotta, 1/2 cup Roquefort, Gorgonzola or bleu cheese, 1/2 cup softened butter and a dash of Worcestershire sauce in a medium bowl.

Stir to mix thoroughly.

Pack into a crock or bowl.

Chill 2 hours or overnight.

Serve with rye crackers, Scandinavian crisp bread, pumpernickel or pretzels