6 oz Vegetable oil

1 1/2 lb Onions -- coarsely chopped

1 1/4 lb Potatoes -- diced

1 lb Carrots -- diced

1 lb Celery -- sliced

1 cn Chef-Mate Bacon 'n Cheddar

-Cheese Sauce (#10 can) 2 c Beer

1 qt Chicken stock

1 1/4 lb Mixed Vegetables -- frozen

1/2 ts Paprika

1/2 ts White Pepper

1/4 ts Liquid Smoke flavor

2 tb Parsley -- chopped

1. Place vegetable oil in large stockpot. Add onios,

potatoes, carrots and celery; saute 25-30 minutes or until vegetables are cooked. 2. Add remaining ingredients. Combine thoroughly. Simmer 20 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally. Serve hot. Makes 25 one cup servings. Source: Carnation Company