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Wisconsin Beer Cheese Soup
Rich, thick, and deeply cheesy, this Midwestern classic gets its signature tang from a bottle of beer simmered with sharp cheddar, vegetables, and a touch of mustard. Serve with soft pretzels for the full experience.
Why You'll Love This
- Classic tavern-style Wisconsin comfort food
- Deeply cheesy with a subtle malty tang from the beer
- Great served with pretzels or crusty bread
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoonsunsalted butter
- 1 mediumyellow onion, diced
- 2 mediumcarrots, diced
- 2 stalkscelery, diced
- 3 clovesgarlic, minced
- 0.33 cupall-purpose flour
- 1 (12 ounce) bottlelager beer
- 3 cupschicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cuphalf-and-half
- 1 tablespoonDijon mustard
- 1 teaspoonWorcestershire sauce
- 4 cupsshredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoonsalt, plus more to taste
- 0.25 teaspoonblack pepper
- 2 tablespoonscooked crumbled bacon, for garnish (optional)
Nutrition (estimated per serving)
Nutrition information is an estimate calculated from the ingredients listed and will vary based on the specific products used. It is not a substitute for advice from a nutrition professional.
Method
- Melt the butter in a large 4-quart pot over medium heat.
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