Recipes

Cheese and Beer Soup

Yield: 6 servings

¼ cup butter

1 celery stalk, finely chopped

1 small onion, finely chopped

1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped

2 large garlic cloves, minced

¼ cup all-purpose flour

One 12-ounce bottle lager or pilsner

About 2½ cups chicken broth

1 cup whipping cream (35%)

2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Salt and freshly ground pepper

1. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, then add the celery, onion, jalapeño, and garlic. Cook, stirring, until softened, about 8 minutes.
2. Add the flour and stir until thoroughly combined. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes then gradually add the beer and whisk until smooth. Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
3. Turn the heat to low and add the whipping cream and cheese, stirring occasionally, until thick and creamy, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.