Beer Soup (Biersuppe)

Beer forms the base of this soup made with sour cream and egg yolks that is thickened with cornstarch, sweetened with a bit of sugar, and served over cheese and bread.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 493 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
• 6 cups beer
• 4 slices French bread, cut into 1 inch cubes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring beer, covered, to a boil.

Step 2

Meanwhile, in a bowl, beat together egg yolks, sour cream, cornstarch, sugar and salt until well blended. Transfer mixture to a large saucepan over low heat. Pour in hot beer, a little at a time, stirring until well combined. Do not boil.

Step 3

To serve, divide bread cubes into four warmed soup bowls. Sprinkle cheese over bread. Pour hot soup over all and serve piping hot.