In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes offer the comforting warmth of a hearty bowl of soup. When crisp apples meet tangy cheddar cheese, a magical symphony of flavors unfolds, resulting in a soup that is both satisfying and soul-stirring. Discover the art of creating the perfect apple cheddar soup with this comprehensive guide. Let's embark on a culinary journey that will transform your kitchen into a haven of aromas and flavors.
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CHEDDAR APPLE SOUP
This is a unique and delicious way to use a few extra apples. With a loaf of fresh bread and a side salad, this soup makes a wonderful fall meal for family and friends.
Provided by Chris D. Williams
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in a stockpot over medium heat; saute onion until tender, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle flour and mustard powder over onion and stir to coat. Cook and stir onion mixture until flour and mustard have dissolved, 1 to 2 more minutes.
- Stir chicken stock into onion mixture until well-blended; add 3/4 the apples. Cover the stockpot with a lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer until soup is thickened and apple is tender, about 10 minutes.
- Stir Cheddar cheese into soup, stirring constantly, until cheese is melted and soup is a silky texture, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Blend soup using a hand blender or transfer soup to a blender, working in batches, until soup is smooth. Stir hot sauce and black pepper into soup. Ladle soup into serving bowls and garnish with remaining 1/4 chopped apple.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 75.2 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 15.8 g, Sodium 974.1 mg, Sugar 11.3 g
APPLE-CHEDDAR-SQUASH SOUP
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium-low heat and add the onion, apples, potato and squash. Season with salt and pepper and cook until the onion is soft, about 8 minutes. Stir in the sage and flour. Add the cider and cook over high heat, stirring, until thickened. Add the broth and milk, cover and bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring, until the potato is soft, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the prosciutto and cook until crisp, turning occasionally, about 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- Add the cheese to the soup and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Puree in a blender in batches until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Garnish with the prosciutto, more cheese and chives, if using. Serve with bread, if desired.
CHEDDAR-APPLE SOUP
Serve this hearty cheese and fruit soup that's ready in just about an hour!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In 4-quart Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add apples and onion. Cook 12 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until soft but not brown. Add carrot and cook 5 minutes longer or until carrot just begins to soften. Increase heat to medium. Add flour and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly as mixture thickens. Add 1/2 cup of the broth, stirring constantly with wire whisk to prevent lumps. As soon as broth is incorporated (about 20 seconds), add another 1/2 cup broth and stir again until incorporated. Add remaining broth and the apple juice.
- Increase heat to high. Heat soup to boiling, stirring occasionally. Stir well and add half-and-half, whipping cream and bay leaf. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently 15 minutes. (Do not let mixture boil or soup may curdle.)
- Remove bay leaf. Add brandy, cinnamon and red pepper. Gradually stir in cheese until completely melted and smooth, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and white pepper. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 810 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 1 g
APPLE-CHEDDAR SOUP
Make a meal that's like getting your fondue-dipped apples in one delicious bowl of soup.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 50m
Yield 4-6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large wide pot over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft but not brown, about 10 minutes. Add the apples and cook, stirring, until soft but not mushy, about 10 minutes more.
- Sprinkle the flour and nutmeg over the onions and apples. Cook, stirring, until the mixture is light brown and fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the apple-flavored brandy and continue to cook, stirring, until the pot is almost dry.
- Gradually whisk in the broth until well blended. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Add the milk and return to a simmer. Whisk in the cheese a handful at a time until completely melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve in soup bowls and garnish with more cheese and the chives if using.
APPLE-CHEDDAR SQUASH SOUP
Steps:
- Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium-low heat and add the onion, apples, potato and squash. Season with salt and pepper and cook until the onion is soft, about 8 minutes. Stir in the sage and flour. Add the cider and cook over high heat, stirring, until thickened. Add the broth and milk, cover and bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring, until the potato is soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the prosciutto and cook until crisp, turning occasionally, about 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Add the cheese to the soup and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Puree in a blender in batches until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Garnish with the prosciutto, more cheese and chives, if using. Serve with bread, if desired.
ROASTED APPLE AND AGED WHITE CHEDDAR POTATO SOUP
Unique and delicious
Provided by barbara lentz
Categories Cream Soups
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven 400 degrees. Spray a large sheet pan with cooking spray. Lay the apples out in a single layer and drizzle olive oil over the apples and season with salt and pepper. Roast the apples for 20 to 30 minutes until browned. Remove from oven and set aside. Meanwhile bring a pot of water to boil and cook the potatoes until fork tender then drain. Set aside.
- 2. In a large pot add the olive oil and saute the onion and garlic for 5 minutes. Add the thyme, rosemary, and sage. Pour in the chicken broth and apple juice. Bring to a boil. reduce to a simmer. Stir in the apples.
- 3. Remove from heat and with an immersion blender. Blend until smooth. In a separate pan add the butter and let it melt. Stir in the flour and cook until browned about 5 minutes. Slowly pour in the heavy cream and heat to boiling then reduce the heat to low and let thicken. Add the shredded cheese and let it melt. Stir in the mustard
- 4. Pour the cheese mixture into the blended mixture. Stir in the potatoes. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle a couple of dots of Olive oil for serving
Tips:
- Choose the right apples: Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Braeburn. They hold their shape well and provide a nice balance to the sweetness of the soup.
- Don't overcook the apples: Cook the apples just until they are tender-crisp. Overcooked apples will become mushy and lose their flavor.
- Use a good quality cheddar cheese: The cheese is a key ingredient in this soup, so use a good quality cheddar that you enjoy the taste of. A sharp cheddar will give the soup a more robust flavor, while a milder cheddar will be more subtle.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like chives, parsley, or thyme can add a nice pop of color and flavor to the soup. Add them just before serving.
- Serve with a side of crusty bread or crackers: This soup is perfect for dipping, so serve it with a side of crusty bread or crackers.
Conclusion:
Apple cheddar soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a fall or winter meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover apples. With its sweet and savory flavors, this soup is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a warm and comforting soup, give apple cheddar soup a try.
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