How about a recipe?  I fixed this for dinner on Friday night, and it was very tasty.  Juliana really liked "cheesy soups."

Potato-Cheddar Chowder

• 1 stick butter
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 stalk celery, diced
• 4 potatoes, peeled & cubed
• 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
• 4 c. chicken broth
• 12 oz beer
• 1 c. Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 lb. sharp Cheddar, grated
• 1/2 lb. white Cheddar, grated
• salt & pepper to taste

In a pot, melt butter.  Add all the veggies and flour and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-10 minutes.  Add broth and beer and simmer 15-ish minutes, stirring occasionally.  Whisk in cheese.  Simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes, do not boil. 

I tossed in some cooked, diced ham when I added the cheese, and it was really tasty.  I would definitely recommend that addition.  I used Sam Adams Boston Lager for the beer, which had a very strong flavor.  It was good, but I will use something more mild next time.  I served the soup with a loaf of fresh-baked beer bread. 

I don't know what it is about fall, but I want to cook and bake all the time.