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Beer Cheese Soup

Full of cheese and full of flavor!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Servings - 8 servings

Ingredients 

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 medium carrots, finely chopped
  • 1-1/2 medium white onions, diced
  • 3 cloves peeled garlic, minced
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 12 oz beer
  • 1 cup beef broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch
  • 1 Tbsp dried ground mustard
  • dash of nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
  • 12 oz sharp cheddar, shredded
  • 12 oz White American cheese, chopped
  • popcorn, optional garnish

Instructions

  • In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and garlic. Saute for 4 - 5 minutes until carrots start to soften.
  • Add the cream,beer, mustard, nutmeg, salt and white pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 7 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine the broth and cornstarch. Stir until all the lumps are gone. Add to simmering pot and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer for another 2 minutes until soup has thickened.
  • Add the cheese slowly, stirring continually.
  • Serve with popcorn for garnish.