1/2 c. chopped onions
1/4 c. chopped carrots
4 tbsp. butter
5 tbsp. flour
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1 (12 oz.) can beer
1 c. chicken broth
1 lb. grated cheddar cheese
1 c. heavy cream or milk
1/4 tsp. Tabasco sauce

Saute onions and carrots in butter until tender. Make puree of onions and carrots in blender or food processor. Return vegetables to pan and add flour; stir until smooth. Stir in paprika, mustard, beer and chicken broth. Add grated cheese. Bring to a boil and simmer about 10 minutes. Add cream or milk, stirring constantly. Do not boil. Add Tabasco. Popcorn is good on top.