Grilled Bratwurst, Beer, and Cheddar Soup Recipe
Rich, hot beer-cheese soup may not sound like ideal summer fare, but this version is made with a warm-weather cookout star—smoky grilled brats—that transform it into a dish that's seasonally appropriate. Flavored with cheddar and spiked with a bit of Velveeta for improved texture, it's my go-to meal when I want a taste of my Midwestern roots.
Why this recipe works:
- Rich and hearty, this soup is thickened with a little flour and the starch from diced potatoes.
- An ultra-creamy mixture of cheddar and Velvetta cheeses cuts down on the amount of heavy cream.
- Grilled brats and nubs of bacon lend smokiness to this full-flavored meal.
Note:The soup can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. The flavors will deepen. Just reheat it on the stovetop.
Recipe Facts
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4bratwurst, preferablycheddar brats
12盎司light-bodied beer, such aspale ale
1tablespoonunsalted butter
1tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil
1mediumyellow onion, finely chopped
2ribscelery, finely chopped
2stripsbacon, chopped
3mediumcloves garlic, minced
2mediumred-skin potatoes, diced
1/4cupdrained and finely chopped jarredroasted red peppers
1/8teaspooncayenne pepper
1teaspoondrymustard powder
1tablespoonDijon mustard
1tablespoonWorcestershire sauce
1 1/2teaspoonshot sauce, such asTabasco
2 1/2cupshomemade chicken stock or store-boughtlow-sodium chicken broth
3/4cupheavy cream
1 1/2cupsmilk, divided
1/3cupall-purpose flour
3cupsextra-sharp cheddar cheese
4盎司Velveeta, cubed
Kosher saltand freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Light one chimney full of charcoal.When all charcoal is lit and covered with gray ash, pour out and spread the coals evenly over entire surface of coal grate. Alternatively, set all the burners of a gas grill to high heat. Set cooking grate in place, cover grill and allow to preheat for 5 minutes.Cleanandoilthe grilling grate.
Arrange bratwurst in a 10-inch square disposable aluminum pan and pour in beer. Place tray on hot side of grill and cook until simmering, about 4 minutes. Slide to cooler side of grill. Cover grill with vents over the bratwurst. Cook with all vents open until sausages register 140 to 145°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 20 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking.
Remove grill lid. Using tongs, remove bratwurst and place directly on cooking grates over hot side of grill. Cook, turning occasionally, until well browned and crisp, about 3 minutes total. Remove brats and beer pan from the grill. Chop brats into small pieces. Return meat to beer and reserve.
In a large stockpot, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook, stirring, until starting to soften, about 4 minutes. Add bacon and continue to cook until browned. Stir in garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes.
加入土豆,烤辣椒,辣椒,干μstard, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Raise heat to medium-high. Add reserved brat and beer mixture, along with chicken stock, heavy cream, and 1 cup of milk. In a small bowl, whisk remaining 1/2 cup of milk with flour, making sure there are no lumps. Add to soup and bring to a boil.
Add cheeses, season with salt and pepper, and stir to combine. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until soup is thickened and potatoes are pierced easily with a fork, about 15 to 20 minutes. Serve.
Special equipment
Grill, disposable aluminum pan
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Nutrition Facts(per serving) | |
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585 | Calories |
43g | Fat |
25g | Carbs |
24g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 6 to 8 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 585 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat43g | 55% |
Saturated Fat 22g | 108% |
Cholesterol115mg | 38% |
Sodium1139mg | 50% |
Total Carbohydrate25g | 9% |
Dietary Fiber 2g | 6% |
Total Sugars 7g | |
Protein24g | |
Vitamin C 18mg | 92% |
钙483毫克 | 37% |
Iron 1mg | 8% |
Potassium 673mg | 14% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |