Beer Cheese Soup By: Chop Secrets Cuisine Modern Course Soup Difficulty Easy Duration 15-30 min Cooking Technique Pressure Cook Keywords 15-30 min, 6 - 8 servings, bacon, beer, black pepper, butter, cayenne, chicken broth, contributed, cook 20 min, diced carrots, diced celery, easy, flour, grated sharp cheddar cheese, ground mustard, modern, prep 10 min, pressure cook, salted popcorn for garnish, small onion, soup Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Servings 6 - 8 Servings Ingredients 5 slices bacon3 tbsp butter1 small onion1/2 cup diced carrots1/2 cup diced celery1/3 cup flour3 cups chicken broth1/2 tsp black pepper1/2 tsp ground mustard1/4 tsp cayenne12 oz beer16 oz grated sharp cheddar cheese1 1/2 cups salted popcorn for garnish Instructions Add bacon to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function. Cook and stir until bacon is crisp.Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate. Add butter, onion, carrots and celery to the bacon drippings and saute until slightly softened, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to coat.Add broth to the pot and deglaze by using a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Add pepper, mustard powder, cayenne and beer to the pot and stir to combine.Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 7 minutes.When the time is up, perform a controlled release of the remaining pressure, watching out for any starchy spray.Using an immersion blender (or high capacity blender), puree the vegetable mixture until smooth.Gradually add cheese, stirring between each addition, until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.Adjust seasonings. Top with bacon and popcorn and serve immediately. Notes *The MANUAL and PRESSURE COOK buttons are interchangeable. Previous Next