Mother Forking Farm

Ingredients:

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ cup flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• ¾ teaspoon dry mustard (gluten free)
• 1 bottle of beer (gluten free)
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 cups diced ham, warmed
• 1 package chopped and cooked crispy bacon (garnish)
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped (garnish)

Instructions:

1. Heat a large stock pot over medium head, add butter, and melt completely
2. Add onion and garlic, saute until onions are soft
3. Whisk in flour, salt, pepper, and dry mustard. Cook for 3-4 minutes until spices are golden brown
4. Add in beer, cook until mixture begins to thicken, stirring constantly
5. Add chicken stock and milk over medium high heat for 5-10 minutes until thickened (do not allow to fully boil)
6. Remove from heat, stir in shredded cheeses
7. Pour into bowls and top with diced ham, bacon, chopped green onions, and shredded cheese if desired