Swiss Cheese Beer Soup

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 11

Comforting Swiss Cheese Beer Soup recipe

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

480

Sugar

Fat

35g

Swiss cheese beer soup is a hearty and comforting dish. This soup originated in Switzerland and was traditionally made with white wine. In this recipe, beer is used instead of wine to give the soup a unique and delicious flavor. The soup is creamy and thick, with a subtle taste of Swiss cheese and a hint of beer. This soup is perfect for a cozy night in, and it is also a great appetizer to serve at a dinner party.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil.
2.	Reduce heat to medium; stir in beer. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3.	In a small bowl, whisk together half-and-half, flour and pepper until smooth. Gradually whisk mixture into soup.
4.	Cook and stir until soup has thickened and is bubbly. Reduce heat to low.
5.	Stir in shredded Swiss cheese until melted.

PROS

This Swiss Cheese Beer Soup is creamy, comforting and flavorful.

It is a great dish to enjoy on a cold evening or to serve as an appetizer.

CONS

This soup is high in calories, fat, and sodium.

It should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet and should be avoided by people with lactose intolerance or sensitivity to alcohol.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this soup is not particularly healthy, it does have some nutritional benefits. Swiss cheese is a good source of calcium and protein.
Moderate consumption of beer has also been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and inflammation.

	1 can ready-to-serve chicken broth
	2 cups half-and-half
	1/4 cup all-purpose flour
	1/4 teaspoon pepper
	4 ounces shredded swiss cheese
	1 cup beer