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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.