New York Burger Week: Pretzel Burger with Beer Cheese

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 bottle Amstel light
• 4 ounces sharp cheddar, shredded
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• dash of hot sauce (optional)
• 2 large onions, thinly sliced into rings
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup Amstel light
• Salt and pepper
• 2 burger patties cooked to your liking
• 2 pretzel buns

1. Melt butter in a small sauce pan over medium-low heat
2. When it bubbles and foams, add the flour and whisk together to form a paste.
3. Cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture turns from white to light tan.
4. Gradually whisk in the beer and slowly add the cheese, continuing to whisk until you have a thick cheese sauce.
5. Stir in hot sauce if using.
6. Remove from heat and set aside until ready to use (you may have to reheat it to top the burger).

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Taken from www.foodrepublic.com/recipes/new-york-burger-week-pretzel-burger-with-beer-cheese/ (may not work)