Zesty Chorizo & Lentil Cheese Dip

Directions

1. Heat a medium saucepan and cook chorizo in canola oil, stirring over medium-high heat until golden and lightly crispy, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove chorizo with a slotted spoon, leaving 1 Tbsp (15 mL) of rendered fat in the pan.
2. Reduce heat to medium and cook onions and garlic until golden, approximately 5 minutes. Sprinkle in flour and cook on low, stirring, until flour is golden.
3. Pour in beer, while whisking, and add lentils. Reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes, whisking often.
4. Slowly add milk, while whisking, and simmer until sauce has thickened and lentils have broken down, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in jalapeno and juice and reduce heat to low. Add in cheeses and stir until fully melted, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in reserved chorizo.
6. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, and serve warm with nacho chips or French fries.