1/2 c. finely chopped onion
1/4 c. finely chopped carrot
4 tbsp. butter
5 tbsp. flour
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1 (12 oz.) can of beer
1 c. chicken broth
1 lb. grated Cheddar cheese
1 c. heavy cream
1/4 tsp. Tabasco
Popcorn, for garnish

Saute carrots and onions in butter.  Stir in flour, cook on low
 heat 3 or 4 minutes, but don't brown.  Stir in paprika, mustard,
 beer, and chicken broth.  Use wire whisk until smooth.  Add cheese,
 bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.
 Remove from heat and fold in heavy cream.  Add Tabasco and serve
 with popcorn.  Serves 6.