WISCONSIN BEER CHEESE SOUP

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This soup uses a bottle of Michelob Amber Bock beer. Rich and creamy and perfect for those cold winter nights.

Provided by mary winecoff

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces bock beer
8 slices bacon
1/2 cup onion, diced
1/2 cup carrot, finely chopped
1/2 cup celery, minced
1/4 cup sweet red pepper, minced
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed chicken broth
1/4 cup flour
1 cup half-and-half
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon sugar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Open beer and let stand while dicing vegetables.
  • Saute bacon until crisp. Drain and crumble.
  • In large soup kettle, saute vegetables in two tablespoon of bacon grease until soft.
  • Add chicken broth.
  • Fill chicken can with beer and add to mixture.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  • Pour remaining beer into a small mixing bowl and whisk in flour.
  • Gradually add to broth, stirring constantly, till thick.
  • Add half and half, bacon and cheese.
  • Heat until cheese melts.
  • Stir in sugar.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.

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