Ingredients
4 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/3 cup carrot, finely chopped
1 cup white onion, chopped
1 Tbsp. garlic, chopped
1 Tbsp. jalapeno, chopped (remove seeds)
1/4 cup AP flour
1 cup of light beer (a light lager is preferable)
1 cup chicken stock
1 bay leaf
1/2 Tbsp. black peppercorns, whole
1/2 Tbsp. caraway seeds (toasted if possible)
small handful of fresh thyme sprigs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup half and half
2 1/2 cups of white cheddar cheese, shredded (adjust this to your liking!)
salt and pepper to taste
2 (large) or 4 (small) bread bowls
chives and chopped bacon, for garnish
Instructions
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