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Creamy Wisconsin Cheese Soup

A rich, thick beer-cheese-style soup with sharp cheddar and vegetables. Prep: 15 min.

6 servings30 minEasy
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Ingredients

Makes 6 servings

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup beer (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar

Instructions

  1. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in butter until softened, 8 min, sprinkle flour over, cook 1–2 min.
  2. Gradually whisk in stock and beer if using, simmer 15 min until vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir in cream.
  4. Stir in cheddar gradually until melted and smooth, season to taste.