Description
Irresistible Spicy Chili Beer Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights and gatherings with friends. With its rich, creamy texture and a delightful kick from chili powder, this soup combines the robust flavors of beer and cheddar cheese into a warm hug in a bowl. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, it’s sure to be a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup light lager or pale ale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup yellow onions, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on the countertop.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add oil and sauté diced onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Stir in diced bell peppers and chili powder, cooking until peppers soften (about 5 minutes).
- Gradually pour in beer and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and whisk in heavy cream followed by cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve immediately with crusty bread or tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 70mg