1/2cupall purpose flourto thicken, or use arrowroot flour for gluten free
1/2cupwater
3cupcheeseshredded, cheddar
8ozcream cheesesoftened
12ozbeer
Instructions
In a medium stock pot or Dutch oven over medium high heat, place the butter in until melted. Add the celery, carrots, and onion. Cook for approximately 7 to 9 minutes or until the vegetables begin to soften.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. To the pot, add the broccoli and chicken broth as well as the seasonings. Whisk together the flour and water in a dish. Add to the soup and stir until combined.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium low. Cook for 25 to 30 minutes. Add the cheeses to the soup and stir until the cheese is melted and completely blended in.
Pour the beer into the soup and stir to combine. Simmer, but do not boil, for an additional 5 minutes. Serve the soup with additional shredded cheese, bacon, sour cream, pretzels, or your choice of toppings