Hardy Irish Ale & Cheddar Potato Soup Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Potatoes

   Peel and dice the russet potatoes into small cubes.

2. 2

   Sauté the Aromatics

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

3. 3

   Cook the Potatoes

   Add the diced potatoes to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

4. 4

   Blend the Soup

   Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a blender in batches to puree.

5. 5

   Add Cream and Cheese

   Stir in the heavy cream, shredded Irish cheddar cheese, and Irish stout beer. Season with salt and black pepper. Heat gently until the cheese melts.

6. 6

   Serve

   Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crumbled bacon and chopped scallions.