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- 4 oz. bacon, diced
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 12 oz. lager
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 4 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 4 oz. smoked cheddar cheese, grated (I used a maple-smoked cheddar, which was even better!)
- Salt and pepper
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