Beer and Cheddar Soup

Name: Beer and Cheddar Soup
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 pound piece of slab bacon, sliced 1/3 inch thick and cut into 1/3-inch dice; 1 celery rib, finely chopped; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 large jalapeño, seeded and chopped; 2 large garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon chopped thyme; One 12-ounce bottle lager or pilsner; About 2 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 pound sharp yellow cheddar cheese, coarsely shredded; 4 ounces smoked cheddar cheese, coarsely shredded; Salt and freshly ground pepper; black pepper; Garlic-rubbed toasts, for serving

Instructions

Cook:45min

Chef Jonathon Erdeljac's rich and creamy cheddar beer soup gets extra flavor from jalapeños and smoky bacon. Served with garlic toast for a crunchy contrast, it's a cozy, flavorful recipe perfect for cold nights or game day gatherings.

Updated at: Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:01:45 GMT