Tomato Potato Cheddar Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

12 ounces beer (or use broth)
4 cups chicken broth
3 lbs potatoes (peeled and cut in chunks)
3 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
4 tablespoons butter
1 large onion (chopped)
1 carrot (sliced)
1 stalk celery (sliced)
5 garlic cloves
28 ounces diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup cream
Tabasco sauce
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
salt and pepper

Preparation

In large stock pot, bring beer and broth to a boil. Add potatoes, bay leaves, basil and oregano. Boil for about 30 mins or till potatoes are soft, stiring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Melt butter in a large fry pan. Add onions, celery, carrots, garlic and tomatoes. Simmer on low till very soft and pasty. This may take 20 to 30 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients except for cheese to tomato mixture, mix well. Add the tomato mixture to the potatoes and add cheese. Bring back to simmer long enough to heat through.
Remove bay leaves and enjoy.