Beer Soup Recipe

Ingredients for Beer Soup

• 1 cup chopped shallots
• Garlic Clove
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 (12-ounce) bottle beer
• Chicken Stock
• 1 bay leaf
• Honey
• Day Old French Bread
• Salt And Pepper

How to Make Beer Soup

1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 cup of chopped shallots and 2 cloves of minced garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add 1 (12-ounce) bottle of beer, 4 cups of chicken broth, 1 cup of chopped carrots, 1 cup of chopped celery, 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, and ½ teaspoon of black pepper. Stir well to combine.
3. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
4. Remove the bay leaf.
5. Carefully transfer the soup to a blender (or use an immersion blender) and puree until smooth and creamy.
6. Return the soup to the saucepan. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives (optional).