Beer Cheese Soup Recipe

extra virgin olive oil (or enough to coat bottom of pan)

chopped onion (about 2 medium)

salt and pepper

garlic cloves, minced

bottle beer (I'd recommend a light beer or pilsner to avoid bitterness.)

fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth, divided

all-purpose flour (about 2¼ ounces)

2% reduced-fat milk

freshly ground black pepper

shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese

fried bacon, crumbled

finely chopped fresh chives

sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes and toasted in oven