Jul 09 2026
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German Bier Cheese Soup Recipe

Inspired by Hessen Haus
Time45m
Serves6

Made with a blend of creamy cheeses topped with bacon, green onions and blended cheeses.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Cheese Mixture

Toppings

Method

Soup Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Base Ingredients

    In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Make the Roux

    Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes, until the flour is lightly golden.

  3. 3

    Add Liquids

    Gradually whisk in the chicken or vegetable broth and the German beer. Continue to stir until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken.

Cheese Incorporation

  1. 4

    Incorporate the Cheese

    Reduce the heat to low and slowly add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, Gruyère cheese, and softened cream cheese to the pot. Stir continuously until the cheeses have melted and the soup is creamy.

Serving the Soup

  1. 5

    Garnish and Serve

    Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crumbled bacon, sliced green onions, and a sprinkle of paprika. Serve warm.

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