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108 December 26, 2016 30 Minute Recipes

Ham and White Cheddar Beer Cheese Soup

For those cheese and beer lovers – this easy Beer Cheese Soup is delicious, creamy and full of flavor thanks to two types of cheese, beer, ham, and bacon!

For those cheese and beer lovers - this Ham and White Cheddar Beer Cheese Soup is delicious creamy and full of flavor thanks to two types of cheese, beer, ham and bacon!

For those cheese and beer lovers - this Ham and White Cheddar Beer Cheese Soup is delicious creamy and full of flavor thanks to two types of cheese, beer, ham and bacon!

I first fell in love with beer cheese soup while in college. Not because I was enjoying a beer and a big ole bowl of cheddar soup. While that sounds tasty, I fell in love during a class.

Odd, huh?

For those cheese and beer lovers - this Ham and White Cheddar Beer Cheese Soup is delicious creamy and full of flavor thanks to two types of cheese, beer, ham and bacon!

Let me explain. In college, I studied restaurant management, therefore landing me in lab classes that revolved around food. This particular class was the science of food where we studied the effects of different scenarios applied to particular recipes. Such as, how many times you stir the muffin batter effects how fluffy your muffins end up.

Result. Less is more.

I try to tell my husband that but the man loves to stir…

For those cheese and beer lovers - this Ham and White Cheddar Beer Cheese Soup is delicious creamy and full of flavor thanks to two types of cheese, beer, ham and bacon!

For those cheese and beer lovers - this Ham and White Cheddar Beer Cheese Soup is delicious creamy and full of flavor thanks to two types of cheese, beer, ham and bacon!

So, one particular study resulted in me falling in love and devouring one too many bowls of cheddar beer soup. It was:

Rich.

Creamy.

Full of cheesy goodness.

Slightly sweet.

Slightly salty.

Filling.

And had beer. Enough said.
For those cheese and beer lovers - this Ham and White Cheddar Beer Cheese Soup is delicious creamy and full of flavor thanks to two types of cheese, beer, ham and bacon!

The best thing about this soup is that it takes a mere 30 minutes. Which means there is not much stopping you from making this warming soup during the week after a long day at work or heck, even on a Saturday afternoon when your stomach is growling. Whenever there is creamy, cheesiness  goodness around, I will be searching for a large spoon to feed my craving.

Now who is with me?

For those cheese and beer lovers - this Ham and White Cheddar Beer Cheese Soup is delicious creamy and full of flavor thanks to two types of cheese, beer, ham and bacon!

meal prep tips:

  1.  this easy beer cheese soup is perfect to make a big batch on Sunday then enjoy all week long!

  2. This beer cheese soup freezes wonderfully so if you have leftovers, or make a double batch, freeze the other half in a freezer bag. Lay it flat on a baking sheet until frozen, then you are able to store it easier than in a plastic container!

  3. if you are making this soup on a weeknight, cut the onion, ham, and garnishes ahead of time and store in sealed containers in the fridge until ready to make. You save prep time and make this easy beer cheese soup even easier and quicker!

Ham And White Cheddar Beer Cheese Soup

For those cheese and beer lovers - this Ham and White Cheddar Beer Cheese Soup is delicious creamy and full of flavor thanks to two types of cheese, beer, ham and bacon!

10 minPrep Time

20 minCook Time

30 minTotal Time

Yields 6

Author:

Megan

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Ingredients

    Soup:
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup white whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour or gluten free flour)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 bottle of your favorite beer (Preferably a wheat beer)
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken stock
  • 2 cups 2% milk (anything besides skim)
  • 6 ounces sharp white cheddar, freshly grated
  • 6 ounces yellow cheddar, freshly grated
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire
  • 2 cups diced ham, warmed
  • Garnishes:
  • Bacon
  • Green Onions
  • Shredded Cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat a large stock pot over medium heat and add the butter. Melt completely.
  2. Add onion and garlic; saute 5 minutes or until softened and slightly golden.
  3. Whisk in the flour, salt, pepper, and dry mustard. Cook for 3-4 minutes until flour is nutty and golden. Add in beer and stirring constantly, cook the mixture somewhat thickens, 2 minutes or so.
  4. Add chicken stock and milk; stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat immediately to a simmer. Cook 5-10 minutes or until soup is thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheese and Worcestershire sauce.
  6. Garnish with ham, bacon, green onions, or additional shredded cheese as desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

*Modified from Lemon Tree Dwelling

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Categories: 30 Minute Recipes Tags: beer, cheese, easy, Ham, holiday, leftovers, one pot, quick, soup

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Comments

  1. Amy says

    December 7, 2015 at 7:12 am

    Now this is a bowl of soup, as the hubby would say, a great tummy warmer.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 7, 2015 at 9:33 am

      I agree! Thanks Amy!
      Reply
  2. Jenn Peas and Crayons says

    December 7, 2015 at 8:17 am

    Save me a bowl, will ya? Delicious!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 7, 2015 at 9:34 am

      Will do! Thanks Jenn!
      Reply
  3. Beth says

    December 7, 2015 at 8:41 am

    GORGEOUS photos!!! With the 105mm lens right??!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 7, 2015 at 9:24 am

      Ya girl! Thanks!
      Reply
  4. Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says

    December 7, 2015 at 9:08 am

    Oh, man. Cheese and beer. Is there ANYTHING that could beat it?? This soup is absolutely gorgeous, Megan! Definitely appropriate for a Monday. :D
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 7, 2015 at 9:34 am

      I completely agree! Thanks Sarah!
      Reply
  5. Nutmeg Nanny says

    December 7, 2015 at 9:18 am

    This soup is basically what i crave all winter long. LOVE IT!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 7, 2015 at 9:33 am

      I am with ya! Thanks!
      Reply
  6. Nora | Savory Nothings says

    December 7, 2015 at 2:08 pm

    Haha, my chef hubs always tells me to stir less ;) I just cook a lot of risotto now, to get the itch out of my fingers ;) This soup looks amazing, Megan! Perfect for chilly winter nights!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 8, 2015 at 7:56 am

      He is onto something ;) And YES FOR RISOTTO! It is by far one of my favorite things to make too! Its so relaxing. Is that weird? Ha! Thanks Nora!
      Reply
  7. Amy Stafford says

    December 7, 2015 at 7:26 pm

    Hold on a second while I wipe the drool off of my keyboard. WOWZA this looks incredible and I want a big ol' bowl ASAP!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 8, 2015 at 7:55 am

      Fully excused ;) Thanks Amy!
      Reply
  8. Danielle says

    December 7, 2015 at 8:10 pm

    I've never tried cheddar beer soup before, but that needs to change! This looks so delicious, Meg! Love how quickly it comes together, perfect for a quick and easy dinner :)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 8, 2015 at 7:55 am

      Oh girl you need it! Thanks Danielle!
      Reply
  9. Cyndi - My Kitchen Craze says

    December 7, 2015 at 11:59 pm

    Okay so I feel the need to be honest here. I've actually never had Ham and Beer Cheese soup before and now I feel like I'm really missing out. This soup looks so good Meg. I wish I had some for a late night snack. ;)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 8, 2015 at 7:57 am

      Girl you need it! You will love it!
      Reply
  10. Megan Keno says

    December 8, 2015 at 12:38 am

    I absolutely LOVE cheddar soup, and I always crave it with a ham and cheese... This just combined that craving of mine into one! I am drooling... Sounds so good!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 8, 2015 at 7:54 am

      SAME here! How can anyone turn down ham and cheese together? Thanks Megan!
      Reply
  11. Amanda | The Chunky Chef says

    December 8, 2015 at 8:11 am

    How amazing does this soup look?? I love beer cheese, and the fact that it has ham and bacon in it... whew, I love it :D
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 9, 2015 at 7:30 am

      Right?! Ham and bacon make anything better! Thanks Amanda!
      Reply
  12. Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says

    December 8, 2015 at 2:38 pm

    Beer cheese soup is one of my absolute favorites! I love that you added ham to this version and then topped it with bacon too- bonus points! ;)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 9, 2015 at 7:30 am

      I agree! Thanks Carrie!
      Reply
  13. Diane says

    December 8, 2015 at 6:39 pm

    Does this reheat well? Thank you.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 9, 2015 at 5:57 am

      Hi Diane, yes it does! Enjoy!
      Reply
  14. Teri Giese says

    December 8, 2015 at 10:18 pm

    What is not to love? Garlic, beer, not1,but2types of cheddar, not 1 but 2 types of pork! Yummy for the tummy!!! Question, I am a 54 year old, stuck in a 24 year old brain, but... have no freakin clue what the deal is with wheat beer?I know am a foodie, should know. Hops, oats, all I know. I love Mexican beer!? Do Not like dark beer. In college we were classy and got kegs of Heineken for our keggers in our apartment with its slanted ceilings due to it being the upstairs of an old house split into 2apartments with a very thin wall! Okay, am done. Let the old lady know about dat der beer der, k?Thanks,lol!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 9, 2015 at 7:29 am

      Hi Teri! Sounds like you had quite a bit of fun in collage! And Honestly, I dont really love much beer but wheat beers up the nuttiness in cooking so I can't say much about why people love it to drink! Sorry I am not much help ;) Enjoy!
      Reply
  15. Amy says

    December 9, 2015 at 7:18 am

    Now here is a complete meal. Totally love it.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 9, 2015 at 7:28 am

      Thank you so much Amy!
      Reply
  16. Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says

    December 10, 2015 at 6:49 pm

    It is not hard to see why you love this soup! Looks absolutely amazing! I am a huge soup person during the winter, especially when it is cold outside ;-)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 11, 2015 at 2:06 pm

      Oh my gosh...soup all winter long! Thanks girlfriend!
      Reply
  17. Liz Prucha says

    April 11, 2016 at 11:24 am

    The addition of the ham is not mentioned in the recipe. When do you recommend putting it in?
    Reply
    • Meg says

      April 11, 2016 at 5:58 pm

      Hi Liz, sorry about that! Just warm it up and add with the bacon and other garnishes!
      Reply
      • Sarah says

        April 16, 2016 at 1:26 pm

        Can you mix the ham into the soup?
        Reply
        • Meg says

          April 16, 2016 at 5:31 pm

          Of course!
          Reply
  18. Jenn says

    December 27, 2016 at 10:00 pm

    Those lab classes sound so fun! And this soup looks like total comfort food. I have eaten a lot of beer cheese soup in my day - my parents used to live in Wisconsin - but I've never tried to make it at home. I need to change that!!
    Reply
  19. Jessica Gavin says

    December 28, 2016 at 1:49 pm

    This looks delicious, something I can get cozy with on the couch :)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 28, 2016 at 2:10 pm

      Thanks so much Jessica!
      Reply
  20. Adelyn says

    November 20, 2020 at 9:10 am

    the pictures and content is just perfect. this is the soup season and your recipe warms me up. this is so flavourful and delicious! I love the colour and all the flavours in this soup. I’m going to have to try this recipe for sure. Saving for later.
    Reply

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