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.