Wisconsin Beer Cheese Soup combines rich German beer and cheeses to make a rich, creamy indulgent soup! Think creamy fondue in soup form! Easy to make and delicious this rich meal is ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 12 oz bottle beer recommend lager or a stout
- 2 cups gruyere shredded
- 2 cups goud shredded
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup brie cheese remove rind and cube
- 1 onion peeled and diced
- 1 clove garlic finely minced
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp Tabasco sauce
- 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp flour
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a large heavy bottom pot melt the butter over medium heat. When melted, add the olive oil and chopped onions. Saute for about 5 minutes until they just begin to get soft.
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While the onions are cooking, mince the garlic. Shred and prepare all of the cheeses.
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After 5 minutes of cooking the onions, add the minced garlic and cook for about a minute. Then add in the flour. Cook and stir the flour for about two minutes, it will cook thru and turn slightly gold in color.
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Next add in the beer and vegetable stock – stir and cook to combine, the mixture will be creamy and quite thick. Add the Worcestershire and tabasco sauce and about ½ teaspoon of salt & pepper.
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Reduce the heat to medium low and add the milk. Then add the cheese a handful at a time. Whisk to combine between each addition will ensure the soup will be smooth and silky.
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Finishing with a bit of nutmeg over the top and a pinch of paprika or sprinkling of minced parsley if desired.
Notes
Tips to make Beer and Cheese Soup
- Do not bring the soup to a boil as it will curdle.
- Add the cheese one handful at a time, whisking to combine between each addition. so the soup will be smooth and silky.
- To reheat frozen soup, allow it to thaw in the refrigerator and slowly reheat on the stovetop. Do not bring to a boil or the soup could curdle.
Nutrition
Calories: 786kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 62g | Saturated Fat: 36g | Cholesterol: 202mg | Sodium: 1201mg | Potassium: 319mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1491IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 1273mg | Iron: 1mg
