How to Make Cheddar Cheese Soup
This variation mainly uses cheddar cheese allowing exquisite enjoyment of a soup filled with cheesy treats. This recipe does not necessitate smoked cheddar cheese, but a regular one that is easy to prepare to feast with your family and friends.
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons low-fat or unsalted butter
- 1 cup medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium minced garlic
- 1 small crushed shallot
- 1 medium carrot, milled
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
- Salt and ground pepper to taste
- Pinch cayenne pepper
Directions:
- In a large soup bowl, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Cook the onion, garlic, and shallot in the oil over medium heat for about 4 to 5 minutes. In the stockpot, add the milled carrots and finely chopped celery, and let it simmer for about a minute or two. You will immediately know if it’s time to add other ingredients once you smell the fragrant of the garlic.
- Next, add two tablespoons of all-purpose flour and stir it continuously until the base of the pot turned into brown. Add the chicken stock and let it simmer until other vegetables are well-cooked.
- Finally, put a pinch of cayenne pepper and 3 cups of shredded cheese. Let it boil and allow the cheese to melt. Once done, whisk salt and black pepper to taste, and then serve.