Onion and Cheddar Soup
This hearty onion and cheddar soup is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Fresh chives - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Cheddar cheese - 2 cups, shredded
- Milk - 2 cups
- Chicken or vegetable broth - 4 cups
- All-purpose flour - 1/4 cup
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Onions - 4 large, thinly sliced
- Butter - 4 tablespoons
Let's Get Started
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the onions and garlic, and cook until the onions are soft and caramelized, about 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, and stir well to coat.
- Gradually pour in the broth while stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the milk and cheddar cheese until the cheese is melted and the soup is smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh chives.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Soup
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 20g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Sugar: 5g