Beer Cheese Soup Recipe

Name: Beer Cheese Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb Bacon, diced; 1/2 cup Celery, finely diced; 1/2 cup Onion, finely diced; 3 clove Garlic, minced; 1 tsp Thyme; 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper; 12 oz Beer, lager or pilsner works well; 2 cup Chicken broth; 1 cup Heavy cream, or half n half; 1/4 cup Flour, more or less; 5 oz Sharp cheddar cheese; 5 oz Medium cheddar cheese; 2 oz Smoked cheddar cheese; 1 as needed Salt & pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 lb Bacon, diced
1/2 cup Celery, finely diced
1/2 cup Onion, finely diced
3 clove Garlic, minced
1 tsp Thyme
1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper
12 oz Beer, lager or pilsner works well
2 cup Chicken broth
1 cup Heavy cream, or half n half
1/4 cup Flour, more or less
5 oz Sharp cheddar cheese
5 oz Medium cheddar cheese
2 oz Smoked cheddar cheese
1 as needed Salt & pepper

1
Brown the bacon in a large saucepan or skillet.
2
Remove from pan and let drain on paper toweling.
3
Add the onion, celery, garlic & spices to the bacon drippings.
4
Cook and stir until veggies are completely softened
5
Add the flour into the pan and whisk in.
6
Add just enough flour to create a thick roux but not dry.
7
Let the roux cook for a minute or 2.
8
Add the beer.
9
Whisk and cook until thickened and foam subsides.
10
Add the chicken broth and cream.
11
Again whisk an bring to a soft boil.
12
Meanwhile shred all the cheese.
13
***do use block cheese and shred yourself.
14
Pre-shredded cheese has an additive to keep it separate and it will not melt as well.
15
Add the cheese in a handful at a time.
16
Whisk and cook, adding remaining cheese until completely incorporated.
17
Bring the soup up to a simmer.
18
Blend with an emersion blender if desired.
19
Top with bacon crumbles.
20
Other topping options: chives, croutons, popcorn.

1108

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb Bacon, diced, 1/2 cup Celery, finely diced, 1/2 cup Onion, finely diced, 3 clove Garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Beer Cheese Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Beer Cheese Soup

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