3 Tbs. unsalted butter
2 large shallots
2 large carrots peeled and shredded
3 garlic cloves
1/3 cup of flour
1 cup of Ale
1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 cups of milk
1 cups of vegetable broth
1 lb sharp cheddar cheese preferably block
Recipe
Melt the butter in the pot on medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and shredded carrots, cook for about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the minced garlic and stir well.
Sprinkle the flour, stir until combined and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the ale, while stirring, and cook for a couple of minutes, stirring constantly.
Add the Worcestershire, milk, broth, salt and pepper. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 10 to 13 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and puree the soup in a blender or food processor.
Pour back into the pot, set the heat to medium-low.
Add the cheese by the handful, stirring constantly (do not boil). Keep stirring until all cheese is melted.