Best 6 Cheddar Ale Chowder Recipes

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If you're looking for a hearty and flavorful soup that's perfect for a cold winter day, look no further than cheddar ale chowder. This classic soup is made with a creamy broth, tender potatoes, vegetables, and plenty of sharp cheddar cheese. The ale adds a subtle bitterness that balances out the richness of the cheese, and the result is a soup that is both comforting and satisfying. Whether you're serving it as a main course or a side dish, cheddar ale chowder is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ALE AND CHEDDAR BISCUITS



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 12 biscuits

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup ale

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda in a large bowl. Add the butter and use your hands to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles small pebbles. Add the Cheddar and toss lightly.
  • Add the buttermilk and ale and stir in with a wooden spoon just to combine. Using a 1/4 cup measure, scoop the dough onto the baking sheet, leaving about 1 1/2 inches between biscuits. Bake until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve warm.

CHEDDAR CORN CHOWDER



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h1m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces bacon, chopped
1/4 cup good olive oil
6 cups chopped yellow onions (4 large onions)
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1/2 cup flour
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
12 cups chicken stock
6 cups medium-diced white boiling potatoes, unpeeled (2 pounds)
10 cups corn kernels, fresh (10 ears) or frozen (3 pounds)
2 cups half-and-half
1/2 pound sharp white cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot over medium-high heat, cook the bacon and olive oil until the bacon is crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and reserve. Reduce the heat to medium, add the onions and butter to the fat, and cook for 10 minutes, until the onions are translucent.
  • Stir in the flour, salt, pepper, and turmeric and cook for 3 minutes. Add the chicken stock and potatoes, bring to a boil, and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, until the potatoes are tender. If using fresh corn, cut the kernels off the cob and blanch them for 3 minutes in boiling salted water. Drain. (If using frozen corn you can skip this step.) Add the corn to the soup, then add the half-and-half and cheddar. Cook for 5 more minutes, until the cheese is melted. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Serve hot with a garnish of bacon.

CHEDDAR SEAFOOD CHOWDER



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Shrimp and scallops make this thick, cheesy and chunky chowder extra special. It's packed with veggies, and the crispy bacon makes a yummy garnish. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 bacon strips, chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped sweet orange pepper
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 cups 2% milk
2 medium red potatoes, cubed
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 pound bay scallops
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings., In the drippings, saute the celery, orange pepper and onion until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened., Add the potatoes, seafood seasoning and salt; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Add shrimp and scallops; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are opaque. Stir in cheese until melted. Garnish each serving with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 981mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

CHEDDAR ALE CHOWDER



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this is a really manly version of the regular beer cheese soup. A hearty warming winter treat. I like to use GUINESS, but any dark beer could be used. Also if you like your soup smooth; puree the soup before adding the beer and cheese.

Provided by ChefDebs

Categories     Chowders

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 onion, finely chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
2 carrots, finely chopped
1/3 cup flour
1 3/4 cups milk
1 3/4 cups chicken stock
1 (12 ounce) bottle Guinness stout
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 1/4 lbs sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter, and saute onion, celery and carrots until soft ( 15 mins ).
  • Stir in flour and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add milk and stock, stirring constantly and cook until thickened ( 10 mins).
  • At this point you can puree mixture if you want a smooth soup.
  • Add beer, worcestershire sauce and mustard, simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Slowly add the cheddar cheese, but do not let the soup boil .
  • Season with salt and ladle into bowls.
  • Garnish with cilantro or parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1305.3, Fat 64.2, SaturatedFat 40, Cholesterol 197.5, Sodium 1205.2, Carbohydrate 65.6, Fiber 2, Sugar 9, Protein 48.3

CORN AND CHEDDAR CHOWDER



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A yummy creamy chowder. Always a winner in our house!

Provided by Katymac1

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons butter
1 onion, chopped
1 large potato, peeled and diced
1 bay leaf
½ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon dried sage
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken stock
1 ½ cups milk
1 ½ cups frozen corn kernels
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
¼ cup dry white wine
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium high heat, melt the butter and stir in the onion, potato, bay leaf, cumin, and sage. Saute about 5 minutes, until the onion is tender. Mix in the flour, coating the onion and potato. Pour in the chicken stock and milk. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly until smooth. Reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes, stirring frequently, until the potato is tender.
  • Mix the corn, parsley, chives, and wine into the saucepan, and cook about 5 minutes, until heated through. Remove the bay leaf, and stir in the Cheddar cheese until melted and blended. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 59.7 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 307.1 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

CHEDDAR POTATO CHOWDER



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I only made this soup occasionally because the original recipe was quite high in fat. I doctored it up a bit, using healthier ingredients, and now we eat this rich flavorful chowder more often.-Ellie Rausch of Goodsoil, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups water
2 cups diced unpeeled red potatoes
1 cup diced carrot
1/2 cup diced celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups 2% milk
2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the first 7 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, place flour in a large saucepan; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Add cheese; stir until melted. Stir the ham and the cheese sauce into undrained vegetables; stir until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 847mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh seafood, vegetables, and herbs will make a big difference in the flavor of your chowder.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot. If you add too much seafood or vegetables, the chowder will be watery and bland.
  • Cook the seafood gently. Overcooked seafood is tough and chewy.
  • Use a good quality beer. The beer will add flavor and depth to the chowder.
  • Don't skimp on the cream. Cream adds richness and creaminess to the chowder.
  • Season the chowder to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Serve the chowder hot. Chowder is best served hot, with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Cheddar ale chowder is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a comforting and flavorful soup, give cheddar ale chowder a try. You won't be disappointed.

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