Beer Dip

First, please excuse my hand taking up half the picture! I was having a little trouble getting a good photo. This is one of my favorite cold dips, and one of the easiest too! This is a great recipe for a summer BBQ or just for a great snack. Enjoy!
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups Shredded Cheddar cheese (grating right off the block give the best flavor)
12 oz. Cream cheese, softened
8 oz. sour cream
1 packet Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dips
1/2 to 3/4 cup beer
1/2 tsp black pepper

Combine cream cheese, sour cream and dips mix in medium bowl. Stir till all ingredients are incorporated together. Gradually stir in beer until mixture reaches desired consistency (dip may be a bit soup, but will set in the fridge). Stir in cheddar cheese. Allow dip to sit chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes to an hour. Serve with pretzels and veggies.