Description
Irresistible Spicy Chili Beer Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This creamy, cheesy delight combines sharp cheddar, hearty beer, and a kick of chili powder to create a warm, flavorful hug in a bowl. Perfect for game nights or cozy dinners, this soup is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s as satisfying to make as it is to eat!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup lager or ale
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- Cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion, bell peppers, and garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté the onions until translucent.
- Slowly add the beer, allowing it to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth and chili powder; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually mix in grated cheddar until smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream and heat through before serving with optional cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg