"Apple smoked bacon, pale ale, and good quality cheddar cheese really make this soup...."
INGREDIENTS
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4 oz. apple smoked bacon, diced
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2 Tbs. unsalted butter
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1/2 C. onion, chopped
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1/4 C. celery, chopped
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1/4 C. flour
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12 oz. of beer, pale ale
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1 qt. chicken stock
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8 oz. Maytag White Cheddar cheese, grated
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Salt and pepper
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Garnish:
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Chopped parsley
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1/2 C. small diced toasted croutons