Guinness Beer Cheese Dip

1/2 c. sharp white cheddar, divided

1/2 c shredded mozzarella

1 c. shredded Dubliner or Gruyere cheese

1/2 c. whole milk

1 8- oz. block cream cheese, softened

1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard

2 Tbsp. freshly chopped chives, plus more for garnish

1 clove garlic, crushed

1/3 c. Guinness or other stout

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°.

In a medium pot, cook the garlic in olive oil on low heat, then add the milk and beer. Bring liquids to a simmer. Add the cream cheese to the pot and soften over low heat—when the cream cheese begins to melt, add in 1/4 cup cheddar, mozzarella, Dubliner, and Dijon, stirring with a whisk until smooth. To taste for salt.