Soup & Sandwich Recipe
Grilled cheese sandwich with American cheese on wheat berry bread and served with choice of beer cheese soup or soup of the day.
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Ingredients
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Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Beer Cheese Soup
Method
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
- 1
Prepare the Sandwich
Lay out 2 slices of wheat berry bread on a clean surface.
- 2
Add Cheese
Place 2 slices of American cheese on top of the bread slices.
- 3
Top with Bread
Add the remaining 2 slices of bread on top of the cheese.
- 4
Butter the Bread
Spread 1 tablespoon of butter on the top slice of bread.
- 5
- 6
Flip and Cook
Spread the remaining butter on the other side of the sandwich, flip it over, and cook until the other side is golden and the cheese is melted, about another 3-4 minutes.
- 7
Serve
Remove from the skillet, slice in half, and serve hot.
Beer Cheese Soup
- 8
Sauté Vegetables
In a large pot, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 9
Add Garlic
Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 10
- 11
Incorporate Liquids
Gradually whisk in the milk and beer, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 12
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika to taste.
- 13
Garnish and Serve
Once the soup reaches your desired consistency, ladle into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot with the grilled cheese sandwich.