BEER AND CHEDDAR SOUP

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Cheese

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 lb piece of slab bacon, sliced 1/3-in thick and cut into 1/3-in dice
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 large jalapeno, seeded and chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp chopped thyme
One 12-oz bottle lager or pilsner
~ 2 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 lb sharp yellow cheddar cheese, coarsely shredded
4 oz smoked cheddar cheese, coarsely shredded
Salt & freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a large saucepan, cook the bacon over moderate heat until the fat is rendered and the bacon is crisp, 7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a bowl. Add the celery, onion, jalapeno, garlic and thyme ot the saucepan and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, 8 minutes. Add half of the beer and cook until reduced by half, 5 minutes. Add 2 1/4 cups of chicken broth and bring to a simmer. 2. In a small skillet, melt hte butter. Add the flour and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Whisk the roux into the soup until incorporated and bring to a simmer. Cook until thickened, about 8 mins. Add the heavy cream, cheddar cheeses, and the remaining beer and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thick and creamy, about 5 mins. Stir in the bacon and season with salt and pepper. Add a few tbsp of broth if the soup is too thick. Serve with garlic toasts.

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