Description
This incredibly creamy beer cheese soup comes together in about 30 minutes and is perfect for a cozy family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup Irish beer (or extra broth for non-alcoholic)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth and beer, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Scrape the bottom for flavor.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the heavy cream, paprika, and salt and pepper. Cook until hot throughout, about 2-3 minutes.
Notes
Serve hot with crusty bread or top with fresh herbs and crispy bacon bits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg