Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup carrot, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, grated
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 11 ounces beer, flat

Method

  • ***Have all ingredients ready for mixing before you begin cooking.***.
  • Melt butter in a large kettle-let butter froth but not brown.
  • Add vegetables and saute until tender.
  • Gradually blend in flour,turning heat down slightly.
  • Add salt and dry mustard,rolling it between your fingers to avoid lumps.
  • Cook mixture until it begins to brown.
  • Add chicken broth,return to high heat.
  • Add cheeses,blend and stir constantly.
  • Add beer.
  • Bring to a boil only for a minute,reduce heat and serve.
  • ***Note-To reheat-Place in oven and warm slowly(275 degrees)so cheese won't curdle. Do not use direct heat.***.