No-Flour Beer-Cheese Brat & Sauerkraut Soup (Gluten-free, Soy-free, Grain-free)

As a Wisconsin-girl, I expect a fantastic beer cheese soup whenever I have it. Of course, it has to be gluten-free... being quick to make is a plus, too!

This recipe meets all of those requirements and then some. Tangy sauerkraut and slices of snappy bratwurst bathing in a rich, cheesy broth with a hint of beer. No need for croutons when you have cheddar popcorn!

Melt the butter and add the cheese powder to make a roux.

Anthony's Gluten-Free Cheddar Cheese Powder is my go-to.

No-Flour Beer-Cheese Brat & Sauerkraut Soup (Gluten-free, Soy-free, Grain-free):

INGREDIENTS:

• 1/2 cup butter

• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese powder (I use Anthony's Gluten-Free Cheddar Cheese Powder)

• 2 cups chicken stock or bone broth

• 1 cup milk or dairy-free milk (I use coconut milk)

• 6 oz gluten-free beer

• 8 oz shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese

• salt to taste

• 1/2 cup sauerkraut

• 1 bratwurst, cooked and sliced

• Popcorn for garnish

• Sliced green onion tops and/or red chili flakes for garnish

DIRECTIONS:

• In a large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Slowly whisk in cheddar cheese powder until smooth. Cook 5 minutes.

• Gradually add broth to flour mixture while continuously whisking. Continue to whisk and add the milk. After that add the beer while continuously whisking.

• Continue to cook over medium heat while continuously whisking until soup thickens. Stir in shredded cheese until melted. Simmer until hot.

• Add the sauerkraut and sliced bratwurst. Simmer until both are warmed through.

• Serve immediately garnished with popcorn.

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