Ale And Cheddar Soup

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This is a recipe from the howe sound inn and brewing company in squamish, bc canada. It was published in a newspaper years ago, and i held on to it. Good thing, as no longer live there but i can still enjoy the tastes from where i grew up. this soup goes great with the butter-beer bread (recipe #189804)

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Steps

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In a large saucepan , heat butter over medium-high heat.

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Add bacon and saut for 1 minute.

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Add onion.

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Saut for 2 minutes or until tender.

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Add flour.

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Reduce heat to medium.

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Cook for 30 seconds , stirring constantly.

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Add stock and ale.

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Increase heat to high and bring to a boil.

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Add potatoes.

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Return to a boil.

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Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

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Transfer soup in batched to the food processor and process until smooth.

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Add cheese and stir until melted.

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Stir in cream , salt and pepper.

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Taste and adjust seasonings.

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Ingredients

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butter, smoked bacon, white onion, flour, chicken stock, ale, baking potatoes, old cheddar cheese, whipping cream, salt, white pepper