Beer Cheese Soup
A delightful and comforting beer cheese soup that blends creamy sharp cheddar and robust beer flavors, perfect for cozy gatherings or quiet nights in.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter For sautéing
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup beer (lager or pale ale) Choose a lighter beer for best results
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese Preferably freshly grated
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- to taste salt and pepper For seasoning
- as needed chives or parsley for garnish Provides a fresh finish
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Cooking
- Stir in the diced carrots and celery, sautéing for a few more minutes until softened.
- Pour the chicken or vegetable broth and beer into the pot, stirring to combine.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and allow to cook for about 15 minutes.
- Once the vegetables are tender, gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until melted.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chives or parsley.
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Notes
Pair with crusty bread or soft pretzels. For a festive presentation, serve in mugs. Store leftovers properly in an airtight container.