Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Fried Cheese Curds.

Bahan-bahan (6 porsi)

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion (chopped)
• 2 cups button mushrooms (finely chopped)
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups milk (I used 2% - I also love using canned coconut milk)
• 2 -3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 4 cups broccoli florets (about 1 head)
• 1 large carrot (diced)
• 2 leaves bay
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
• ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
• 2½ - 3 cups grated sharp white or yellow cheddar
• 4 7 - inch sourdough bread boules (round loaves)
• 1 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• pinch of cayenne
• 1 cup pumpkin beer
• 1 egg
• 2 pounds fresh cheese curds
• canola or vegetable oil (for frying)