Wisconsin Beer Cheese Soup

Ingredients

• 2 carrots, finely diced
• 1/2 yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 ribs celery, finely diced
• 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup beer, of your choice
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 (8-ounce) block sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
• green onions, optional, to taste, sliced, for garnish