I love soup. And I love cheese. So this soup is perfect for our house. Some leek adds a depth of flavor – and bacon? Everything is better with bacon!! Serve this delicious dish as a side or as the main event with some hot garlic bread. Either way, you’ll totally love it. Don’t want to use alcohol? No problem! Just substitute a good chicken broth. And enjoy!
Here’s How to Do it:
First, cut the bacon into chunks.
In a medium soup pot, cook the bacon until it’s crispy, then set on a plate with paper towels to drain it. Set aside.
Remove all but 3 Tablespoon of the bacon fat.
Slice the white part of the leek.
Gently cook in the bacon fat until it is soft.
Stir in the flour, salt and pepper and cook, stirring constantly, until the flour is starting to brown.
Using a wire whisk, stir in the beer or broth.
Bring it to a boil,
then reduce the heat and simmer on low for about 10 minutes.
Slowly add the cheese and stir until it’s melted.
Stir in the milk and cream and gently simmer until it’s hot and thickened, but not too thick.
If it’s too thick, just add a little more milk. Let it rest about 5 minutes before serving.
Serve hot topped with the crispy bacon.
© Copyright 2021 The Lazy Gastronome
A super easy, wonderfully rich soup that can be a side dish or the main event.
- 1 pound bacon, chopped
- 1 cup sliced leek (white)
- 3 Tablespoons bacon fat (or butter)
- 2 Tablespoons flour
- 2 teaspoons lemon pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic salt (or to taste)
- 1-1/2 cups beer or chicken broth (I used a citrus IPA)
- 6 cups grated extra sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices provolone cheese, cut into chunks
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
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First, cut the bacon into chunks.
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In a medium soup pot, cook the bacon until it's crispy, then set on a plate with paper towels to drain it. Set aside.
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Remove all but 3 Tablespoon of the bacon fat. Slice the white part of the leek.
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Gently cook in the bacon fat until it is soft.
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Stir in the flour, salt and pepper and cook, stirring constantly, until the flour is starting to brown, about 3 to 5 minutes.
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Using a wire whisk, stir in the beer or broth.
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Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer on low for about 10 minutes.
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Slowly add the cheese and stir until it's melted.
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Stir in the milk and cream and gently simmer until it's hot and thickened, but not too thick. If it's too thick, just add a little more milk. Let rest for abut 5 minutes before serving.
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Serve hot topped with the crispy bacon.
© Copyright 2021 The Lazy Gastronome
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Lovely, a keeper for sure.
Thanks Melynda – and thanks for stopping by! Have a fabulous week!
Mouthwatering photos! I am seriously still in Soup Season here, and this one looks to fill the bill – leeks, cheddar, and even a bit of good beer! Thanks for sharing this over at Fiesta Friday, and enjoy a wonderful weekend!
Thanks! The soup was so good! Thanks for stopping by. Have a great week!
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Yes to cheese and soup! Looks so yum! Thank you for sharing at Fiesta Friday party
Thanks for stopping by – have a wonderful weekend
Helen,
This soup looks so yummy. Congratulations, you are being featured on Thursday Favorite Things. I hope to see you there. https://www.eclecticredbarn.com/2022/01/thursday-favorite-things.html
Hugs,
Bev
Thanks Beverly!! I’m honored!
This soup is so flavorful! And I’m with you, who doesn’t like bacon?! :)
How can you go wrong with bacon, cheese and beer? A very delicious and decadent soup.
I LOVE a creamy cheesy soup. So delicious!
This soup is so creamy, thick and hearty! I love a big bowl on a chilly day.
First time here using beer in soups (seen it before but never tried) and am so glad I tried this. The flavor was warm, salty, and comforting. Perfect for a nice warm dinner this time of year.
So much flavor! I would never have thought to add beer, but it really amped up the flavor!
This looks so delicious!
So delicious! The beer and bacon added fabulous flavor!!!
Glad you enjoyed it!!
Delicious! My entire family loved this. It heated up really nicely for lunches too. I served with rolls and a green salad to round out the meal. Will make again, thank you!
Sounds like a delicious meal!! I love leftovers for lunches too!
What a great soup for fall.
We love soup during the colder seasons.
Great flavor combinations in this leek soup!
Thanks
This soup is so yummy! Perfect for fall!
Thanks – and thanks for taking the time to leave a note!!
I love bacon on my soup! Sign me up, please!
I love bacon on ANYTHING! LOL – Thanks for stopping by.
Would this soup freeze well?
I’m not sure. It would likely break up. Freezing cheese changes the texture. But then again, it might freeze fine. Sorry – not much help.