POTATO BEER CHEESE SOUP

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This satisfying potato soup has a velvety texture that's not too thick or too thin. The subtle flavors of beer and cheese balance each other nicely, creating a soup that's sure to warm you head to toe. -Patti Lavell, Islamorada, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

2 pounds potatoes (about 6 medium), peeled and cubed
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups water
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1 cup beer or chicken broth
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 chicken bouillon cubes
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Salad croutons, crumbled cooked bacon, minced chives and coarsely ground pepper, optional

Steps:

Place the potatoes, onion and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Remove from the heat; cool slightly (do not drain). In a blender, cover and process mixture in batches until smooth. Return all to the pan and heat through., Stir in the milk, beer, Worcestershire sauce, bouillon, salt, mustard and white pepper; heat through. Stir in cheese just until melted. If desired, top with croutons, bacon, chives and/or pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 9g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.