Chunky Cheese Soup

Chunky Cheese Soup
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    202

A hearty and comforting Cheddar cheese soup brimming with tender vegetables and savory ham – a true symphony of flavors in every spoonful.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    15 g
  • Cholesterol
    58 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    13 g
  • Saturated Fat
    11 g
  • Sodium
    874 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    19 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the water, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, salt, and pepper. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 30 mins Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork. (30 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Stir in the cubed ham and set aside. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins In a separate medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Whisk in the flour until smooth, creating a roux. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 3 mins Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring continuously, and cook for 2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Remove from heat and stir in the shredded Cheddar cheese until completely melted and smooth. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Pour the cheese sauce into the saucepan with the vegetable and ham mixture. Stir gently to combine. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve hot and enjoy!

For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of water.
Feel free to add other vegetables, such as corn or peas.
A dash of hot sauce can add a nice kick.
For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender to partially blend the vegetables before adding the cheese sauce.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 67 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Harley Schoen

    The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely make this again!

  • Delores Dickens

    I used leftover Thanksgiving ham, and it was a great way to use it up.

  • Damian Stiedemann

    This soup is so comforting and easy to make! My family loves it.

  • Vicky Emard

    I added a little bit of smoked paprika for extra flavor, and it was delicious!

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