Beer Cheese Soup Recipe

Servings: 6-8

Submitted by quickchef

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/3 cup diced onion
• 2/3 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt (optional)
• 1 – 10 ounce can chicken broth
• 4 cups milk
• 1 – 12 ounce can beer
• 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS

Saute the onion in butter in a large kettle until soft. Blend in the flour and seasonings. Stir in chicken broth, beer and milk. Cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly until mixture comes to a boil and thickens. Add cheese; stir until smooth. Garnish with parsley, chives, bacon bits, popcorn or croutons.