Bacon 'n' Cheddar Beer Soup

Description
Makes 25 one cup servings

Ingredients

 * 6 oz vegetable oil
 * 1½ lbs onions, coarsely chopped
 * 1¼ lbs potatoes, diced
 * 1 lbs carrots, diced
 * 1 lbs celery, sliced
 * 1 can Chef-Mate Bacon 'n' Cheddar-Cheese Sauce (#10 can)
 * 2 cups beer
 * 1 quart chicken stock
 * 1¼ lbs mixed vegetables, frozen
 * ½ tsp paprika
 * ½ tsp white pepper
 * ¼ tsp liquid smoke flavor
 * 2 tbsp parsley, chopped

Directions

 * 1) Place vegetable oil in large stockpot.
 * 2) Add onions, potatoes, carrots and celery; saute 25–30 minutes or until vegetables are cooked.
 * 3) Add remaining ingredients.
 * 4) Combine thoroughly.
 * 5) Simmer 20 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally.
 * 6) Serve hot.