Bacon 'n' Cheddar Beer Soup

Ingredients

 * 6 	oz  	vegetable oil
 * 1 1/2 	lbs 	onions, coarsely chopped
 * 1 1/4 	lbs 	potatoes, diced
 * 1 	lbs 	carrots, diced
 * 1 	lbs 	celery, sliced
 * 1 	can 	Chef-Mate Bacon 'n Cheddar-Cheese Sauce (#10 can)
 * 2 	cup 	beer
 * 1 	quart 	chicken stock
 * 1 1/4 	lbs 	Mixed Vegetables, frozen
 * 1/2 	tsp 	paprika
 * 1/2 	tsp 	white pepper
 * 1/4 	tsp 	liquid smoke flavor
 * 2 	tbsp 	parsley, chopped

Directions
Place vegetable oil in large stockpot. Add onios, potatoes, carrots and celery; saute 25-30 minutes or until vegetables are cooked. Add remaining ingredients. Combine thoroughly. Simmer 20 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally. Serve hot. Makes 25 one cup servings.