Cheese Soup with Peppers
A creamy, comforting cheese soup with sweet red peppers and a fresh green onion garnish, perfect with crusty bread for dipping.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Melt the 2 tbsp butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the 1 chopped onion and 1 chopped red bell pepper; cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Sprinkle the 2 tbsp flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 1 minute until the flour is absorbed.
Step 3
Slowly pour in the 3 cups chicken broth while stirring. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Reduce heat to low. Add the 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese and stir until completely melted and smooth.
Step 5
Stir in the 1 cup milk and heat through for 2 minutes, but do not boil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 6
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the 2 sliced green onions. Serve hot with bread rolls.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Chef's knife
- Cutting board
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