
Smoky Cheese Soup
15 min Prep Time
10 min Cook Time
25 min Total Time
6 Servings
221 Calories
13 g Carbohydrates
13 g Total Fat
8 ounces smoked cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons butter
¾ cup carrots, diced
¾ cup celery, diced
¾ cup onion, chopped
⅓ cup flour
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 (14.5-ounce) can chicken broth
2 cups milk
Celery leaves
1. Shred cheese; divide into 1 ½ cups and ½ cup reserved for garnish. In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter. Sauté carrots, celery and onion over low heat until soft. Add flour and paprika; cook until bubbly. Add broth and milk; bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat and cook, stirring until thickened. Add 1 ½ cups cheese and stir only until thoroughly melted. Do not boil. Serve garnished with reserved cheese, a sprinkle of paprika and celery leaves.