2 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 envelope Lipton golden onion soup mix
3 c. milk
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
1/2 c. beer
1 tsp. prepared mustard

In medium saucepan, melt butter and cook flour over medium heat, stirring constantly, 3 minutes or until bubbling. Stir in golden onion soup mix thoroughly blended with milk and Worcestershire sauce. Bring just to boiling point, then simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients and simmer, stirring constantly, 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Garnish, if desired, with additional cheese or parsley.

Makes about 4 (1-cup) servings.