Description
A rich and creamy Bacon and Beer Cheese Soup featuring crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and lager beer, simmered to perfection for a comforting bowl of flavor.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 1 large onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth low sodium or no sodium added
- 1 cup milk 2%
- 8 ounces lager beer
- 12 ounces cheddar cheese shredded sharp or mild
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper or to taste
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: Cook the bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Sauté the onion and garlic: In the same Dutch oven with the bacon fat, add the chopped onion and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until softened and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add flour and liquids: Sprinkle the flour over the onion mixture and stir well. Cook for about 3 minutes to remove the raw flour taste. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, milk, and lager beer. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 20 minutes.
- Add cheese and bacon: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and fully combined. Continue simmering for another 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in most of the cooked bacon, reserving some for garnish.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the remaining crispy bacon and chopped parsley. Serve hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the soup for up to 3 months.
- To prevent the soup from separating after freezing, omit the cheese before freezing and add freshly shredded cheese when reheating.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can increase the flour slightly.
- Use sharp cheddar for a stronger cheese flavor or mild cheddar for a creamier taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
