Canadian Cheese Soup
Canadian Cheese Soup is a rich, hearty soup made with smoky bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, vegetables, and a splash of lager for depth of flavor. Creamy and comforting, this classic pub-style soup is perfect for cold evenings and pairs wonderfully with crusty bread.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb bacon chopped
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 ribs celery finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 4 cups milk
- 1 lb sharp cheddar cheese grated
- 1 tbsp Tabasco sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup pale or golden lager beer preferably Canadian
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper freshly ground, to taste
- green onions or chives chopped, optional garnish
Instructions
- In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add the onion, celery, garlic, and butter and cook until the onion softens, about 5 minutes.
- Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until it turns lightly golden and smells nutty, about 4 minutes.
- Whisk in the chicken stock and bring to a boil. Boil for 1 minute, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the milk and continue to simmer for another 15 minutes, making sure the soup does not boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in the grated cheddar cheese, Tabasco sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Blend the soup with an immersion blender until mostly smooth.
- Stir in the beer and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot garnished with chopped green onion or chives.
Notes
This soup pairs perfectly with crusty bread or pretzel rolls for dipping.
Nutrition
Calories: 460kcal
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