Beer Cheese Soup

Beer Cheese Soup

Beer Cheese Soup

30 mins Serves 6

A rich and creamy soup featuring beer, cheddar, and cream cheese for a decadent flavor

Ingredients

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  • 1 small Onion , diced
  • 1 small Green pepper , diced
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic , chopped
  • 0.125 pound Butter (1/2 stick)
  • 0.5 cup Flour
  • 1 can Beer
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese
  • 1 pound Mild cheddar cheese , shredded
  • 6 cups Milk
  • 0.5 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 0.125 cup Fresh parsley , chopped
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. In a large soup pot, melt butter over medium heat
  2. Add onions and green pepper and sweat until softened, about 5 minutes
  3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute
  4. Sprinkle in flour and cook over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring regularly to create a roux
  5. Add beer and whisk until smooth
  6. Add cream cheese in small pieces, stirring until melted and incorporated
  7. Gradually add milk, whisking continuously, and bring to a simmer
  8. Add cheddar cheese gradually, stirring until melted and soup is smooth
  9. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, parsley, salt, and pepper
  10. Serve hot

Tips

For the best flavor, use a flavorful beer like a lager or ale, but avoid very bitter IPAs. This soup pairs wonderfully with pretzel bread or a hearty rye for dipping.

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