Cheese Soup V

Cheese Soup V

by Claudia Smith 2 years ago
4.4 (9)
15 minutes
248.5 kcal
11.2 g carbs
Share recipe
Description

Satisfying -- the ultimate cheese soup around! Vary the cheese as you like, and garnish with parsley and bacon bits.

Ingredients
  • ½ cup chopped celery
  • ⅓ cup chopped carrot
  • ¾ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1.3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 ¾ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Directions
  1. 1. In a small saucepan, combine celery, carrot and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender.
  2. 2. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Cook onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour and milk and cook until thickened. Stir in broth, cheese and vegetables with their liquid. Stir until cheese is melted and elements are well combined. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
serving: 6 servings
calories: 248.5 kcal
carbohydrates: 11.2 g
protein: 11.8 g
saturated fat: 10.9 g
cholesterol: 52.9 mg
sodium: 276.2 mg
fiber: 0.7 g
sugar: 4.7 g