Cheddar Soup
Description
Have you been looking for a simple, quick recipe to make a great tasting lunch? This soup fits the bill and makes a satisfying light lunch or dinner for those chilly days and nights. If feeding it to guests, let them add their own desired toppings.
Ingredients
4 T. salted butter
1/3 -1/2 c. sifted unbleached all-purpose flour
2 c. milk, heated (2% and half & half is fine)
2 c. half-and-half or reduced-fat chicken stock/broth, heated
1 1/2 c. sharp cheddar, diced
1/2 t. dry mustard
1/4 t. each salt and black pepper
a splash or 2 of white wine, optional
hard-boiled egg, chopped chives or crumbled crisp bacon for garnish, if desired
Directions
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In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat; gradually stir in flour, making a smooth paste; cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes.
Gradually whisk in hot milk, cream or chicken stock/broth and mustard; add a splash or 2 of white wine, if desired; stir until soup thickens and comes to a simmer; add cheese; stir just until cheese is melted. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve topped with hard-boiled egg, chopped chives or crumbled bacon, if desired.
4 servings.