Roxy Posted September 21, 2008 Share Posted September 21, 2008 Wisconsin Beer Cheese Chowder: 1 Tbsp. plus 1/4 cup butter 1/2 cup onion, chopped 3/4 cup carrots, chopped 1-1/2 cups small broccoli florets 1 cup chicken broth, boiling 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. dry mustard 1/4 tsp. pepper 2 cups milk 3 oz. cream cheese, softened 8 oz. (1/2 lb.) cooked Polish sausage, cubed 1-1/2 cups (6 oz.) Wisconsin Sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded 1/2 cup beer In medium saucepan, melt 1 Tbsp. butter. Add onion, carrots, and broccoli. Sauté over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Add chicken broth; reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 8 minutes. In large saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium-high heat. Stir in flour, dry mustard, and pepper. Add milk, stirring until thickened. Stir for an additional 1 to 2 minutes. Cut cream cheese into cubes and stir in until smooth. Stir in vegetable mixture, sausage, 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese, and beer. Heat to serving temperature. Top each serving with remaining cheese. Makes 6 servings, 1 cup each. Recipe inspired by Mr. G’s Supper Club, Sturgeon Bay. First bowl is made with Bud Light and 2nd is made with an Amber Ale (heavy & dark) Quote Link to comment
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