Cheddar Ale Chowder

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This is a really manly version of the regular beer cheese soup. A hearty warming winter treat. I like to use guiness, but any dark beer could be used. Also if you like your soup smooth; puree the soup before adding the beer and cheese.

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Steps

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In a large saucepan , melt butter , and saute onion , celery and carrots until soft.

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Stir in flour and cook for 5 minutes.

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Add milk and stock , stirring constantly and cook until thickened.

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At this point you can puree mixture if you want a smooth soup.

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Add beer , worcestershire sauce and mustard , simmer for 5 minutes.

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Slowly add the cheddar cheese , but do not let the soup boil.

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Season with salt and ladle into bowls.

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Garnish with cilantro or parsley if desired.

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Ingredients

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unsalted butter, onion, celery ribs, carrots, flour, milk, chicken stock, guinness stout, worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, sharp cheddar cheese, cayenne pepper, sugar, salt