Best 6 Beer Cheese Soup Big River Grille Recipes

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Kick off your culinary journey with a hearty and flavorful adventure into the world of beer cheese soup. This delectable dish, often served at the renowned Big River Grille, promises an explosion of taste that will tantalize your palate. Savor the creamy blend of rich cheese and the robust notes of your favorite beer, harmoniously combined to create a velvety smooth and soul-satisfying symphony of flavors. Dive into the ultimate comfort food experience as you explore a collection of carefully curated recipes that cater to every palate. Discover variations that range from classic stovetop methods to the ease of crockpots and the convenience of microwaves. Unleash your inner chef and embark on a culinary voyage that will leave you craving more.

**Additional Information:**

* The article features a comprehensive selection of recipes to suit different cooking preferences and dietary needs:

>* **Classic Stovetop Beer Cheese Soup:** Experience the traditional method of preparing this timeless dish on the stovetop, ensuring precise control over heat and flavors.

>* **Crockpot Beer Cheese Soup:** Embark on a hands-off approach with the convenience of a crockpot. Let the slow cooker work its magic while you attend to other tasks, resulting in a warm and comforting soup that's perfect for busy weeknights.

>* **Microwave Beer Cheese Soup:** Discover the ease and speed of preparing beer cheese soup in the microwave. This method offers a quick and hassle-free solution for those short on time or looking for a simplified cooking experience.

* The article also includes a dedicated section on selecting the right beer for your soup, providing expert recommendations and guidance on how to pair different beer styles with the flavors of cheese and spices.

Embark on this culinary adventure and let the tantalizing aromas and delectable flavors of beer cheese soup captivate your senses. With a variety of recipes at your disposal, you'll find the perfect method to create a soup that suits your taste and lifestyle. Happy cooking and enjoy the journey!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BEST-EVER BEER CHEESE SOUP



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Provided by Amy Thielen

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 tablespoons (1 stick) salted butter
1 to 1 1/2 large carrots, diced (about 3/4 cup)
3/4 cup small-diced piquillo peppers, or 1/2 large red bell pepper, diced
Fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken stock, low-sodium store-bought or homemade
One 12-ounce bottle beer, preferably a mild-flavored blond or pale ale
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
12 ounces aged yellow cheddar (aged at least 2 years), grated
1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Dash hot sauce
1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Mustard oil or extra-virgin olive oil, for garnish
Fresh goat cheese, for garnish
Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the carrots, peppers and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the flour and cook, stirring, until well incorporated, about 5 minutes more.
  • Add the chicken stock, beer and half-and-half and cook, whisking often, at a very slow simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes.
  • Add the cheddar to the soup by the handful, whisking each batch until smooth. Add the Worcestershire, hot sauce, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, the nutmeg, mustard and lemon juice, and stir to combine.
  • Puree the soup in batches in a blender (holding a thick towel over the lid to prevent overflow) until very smooth.
  • Just before serving, reheat the soup until steaming and taste for seasoning, adding salt as necessary. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each bowl with a swirl of mustard oil, a dollop of goat cheese and a sprinkle of thyme.

BEER CHEESE SOUP II



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This soup is a popular menu item in some of our favorite restaurants. It's very rich, creamy and delicious. Garnish with bacon bits.

Provided by Debbie Rowe

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon margarine
½ cup chopped onion
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle light beer
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Melt the butter or margarine in a 4 1/2 quart soup pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic and Worcestershire sauce and stir well. Add the beer and raise the heat to high and boil for 3 minutes to evaporate the alcohol. Add the chicken broth and bring the soup back to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer.
  • Combine the cornstarch with 3 tablespoons water and stir until smooth. Set aside.
  • Add the half-and-half and shredded cheese to the soup. Stir constantly until the cheese melts. Then stir in the cornstarch mixture. Stir constantly until the soup is thick, about 2 minutes. Serve garnished with bacon bits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 78.1 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 14.2 g, SaturatedFat 15.8 g, Sodium 351.8 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

BEER CHEESE SOUP IN A BREAD BOWL WITH KIELBASA "CROUTONS"



Beer Cheese Soup in a Bread Bowl with Kielbasa

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 ounces kielbasa, cut into 1/2-inch dice
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 carrots, finely diced
2 stalks celery, finely diced
1 small onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard powder
Pinch cayenne pepper
4 small round boules (about 7 inches each)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups chicken stock, warmed
1 bottle pale ale, pilsner or lager
3 cups sharp yellow Cheddar, shredded
5 ounces Gruyere, shredded
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the kielbasa and cook until browned and crisp, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, mustard powder and cayenne. Cook the vegetables until tender and translucent, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the bread bowls. Using a sharp knife, slice the top off of each boule to use as a topper. Hollow out the middle with a fork or your fingers, leaving a thick bread shell. Save the removed bread for another use.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, about 1 minute. Add the Dijon mustard and Worcestershire. Pour in the stock and beer and simmer until the alcohol cooks out, about 5 minutes.
  • Puree the soup with an immersion blender until smooth. Add the Cheddar and Gruyere and stir until the cheese is melted. Season with salt and pepper. Ladle into the bread bowls and serve immediately, topped with the kielbasa croutons and chives. Use the bread toppers for dipping, if desired.

BEST BEER CHEESE SOUP



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This delicious blend of cheese, bacon, onion, basil and more is easy to make and well worth the effort.

Provided by Michelle Pope Matthews

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 slices bacon
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 onion, diced
1 carrot, diced
1 celery rib, diced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 bunch green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups chicken broth
2 (12 fluid ounce) cans or bottles domestic beer
1 pound processed cheese food, cubed
½ pound sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
2 teaspoons garlic powder

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown; drain on plate lined with paper towels; crumble.
  • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion, carrot, and celery in the butter until soft, 7 to 10 minutes. Add the bacon, basil, oregano, and green onions; cook and stir 2 minutes. Stir the flour into the mixture until completely dissolved. Pour in the chicken broth and beer; cook until heated through. Melt the processed cheese food and Cheddar cheese in the mixture in small batches. Season with garlic powder and stir.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 80.1 mg, Fat 28.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 17.4 g, Sodium 922.4 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

BEER CHEESE SOUP



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Onion, parsley, paprika and beer flavor this smooth rich soup. A family friend used to invite us up for Sunday supper and served this several times. It was so simple and good, I got the recipe for my daughter, who was just learning to cook. -Sharon Lock, Forman, North Dakota.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon butter
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 cup beer or nonalcoholic beer
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon paprika
3/4 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter. Stir in the soup, beer, milk, Worcestershire sauce, parsley and paprika. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted. Heat through (do not boil).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 1077mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 13g protein.

BEER CHEESE SOUP (BIG RIVER GRILLE) RECIPE



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Provided by ArmySister

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup butter
1/2 cup thinly diced celery
1/2 cup flour
5 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons Parmesan Romano Cheese
1/4 teaspoon Accent (MSG)
1/2 cup thinly diced carrots
1/2 cup thinly diced onion
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
6 ounces cheddar cheese
1 bottle (11 oz size) beer
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter; saute vegetables until done but not browned. Blend in flour, dry mustard and MSG. Slowly add chicken stock, bring to a boil; cook, stirring, 5 minutes. Blend in cheddar cheese, Parmesan-Romano cheese, and beer. Let simmer over low heat for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality beer. The flavor of the beer will come through in the soup, so it's important to use one that you enjoy drinking. Try a light or amber ale, a stout, or a wheat beer.
  • Don't boil the beer. Boiling will drive off the alcohol and flavor, so heat it just until it simmers.
  • Use a sharp cheddar cheese. The sharper the cheddar, the more flavor the soup will have. You can also use a combination of cheddar and other cheeses, such as Monterey Jack or Gouda.
  • Grate the cheese fresh. Pre-shredded cheese contains additives that can prevent it from melting smoothly. Be careful with pre-shredded cheese.
  • Serve the soup hot. Beer cheese soup is best served immediately after it's made, while it's still hot and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Beer cheese soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that's perfect for a cold winter day. It's also a great way to use up leftover beer. So next time you have a party or get-together, make a batch of beer cheese soup. Your guests will love it!

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