Beer Cheddar Cheese Soup + Blendtec Giveaway

olive oil

yellow onion (, chopped)

large carrot (, sliced into thin rounds)

salt and fresh ground pepper (, to taste)

garlic clove (, minced)

butter

- cup all-purpose flour

vegetable broth

bottle ((12-ounces) beer (do not use dark beer - the soup will be bitter))

- cup heavy cream

bay leaf

bag ((8-ounces) shredded cheddar cheese)

chopped fresh parsley for garnish