Bread and cheese soup, or "Bündner Gerstensuppe," is a hearty and flavorful dish that originated in the Grisons region of Switzerland. It is a traditional meal that has been enjoyed by locals and tourists alike for centuries. The soup is made with a variety of ingredients, including barley, vegetables, herbs, and of course, bread and cheese. It is typically served with a side of crusty bread or crackers, and is a popular choice for a cold winter day.
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BREAD-AND-CHEESE SOUP
Provided by Jacques Pepin
Categories dinner, easy, quick, soups and stews, appetizer
Time 10m
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring the chicken stock to a strong boil and add the salt and pepper. Meanwhile, break the toast into pieces and place the equivalent of 1 slice in each of four soup bowls. Divide the cheese among the bowls, sprinkle with the ground pepper and pour the boiling stock on top. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 196, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 350 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BEER CHEESE SOUP IN A BREAD BOWL WITH KIELBASA "CROUTONS"
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the kielbasa and cook until browned and crisp, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, mustard powder and cayenne. Cook the vegetables until tender and translucent, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the bread bowls. Using a sharp knife, slice the top off of each boule to use as a topper. Hollow out the middle with a fork or your fingers, leaving a thick bread shell. Save the removed bread for another use.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, about 1 minute. Add the Dijon mustard and Worcestershire. Pour in the stock and beer and simmer until the alcohol cooks out, about 5 minutes.
- Puree the soup with an immersion blender until smooth. Add the Cheddar and Gruyere and stir until the cheese is melted. Season with salt and pepper. Ladle into the bread bowls and serve immediately, topped with the kielbasa croutons and chives. Use the bread toppers for dipping, if desired.
HUDSON'S CHEDDAR CHEESE SOUP
Hudson's was a department store in Michigan which is now owned by Marshall Fields. Hudson's had darling little cafes inside their stores, and one of their specialties was this amazing cheddar cheese soup. It's the best I've ever had, and I think you will agree! Angostura bitters is a surprise secret ingredient that really adds to the flavor. Be sure to use good quality, sharp aged (12 months or more) cheddar. It is absolutely KEY to the success of this recipe.
Provided by DangerBun
Categories Cheese
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat the butter in a stockpot over medium high heat until foamy.
- Add the onion, celery, and carrot.
- Saute until the onion is softened and translucent.
- Sprinkle the flour, cornstarch, paprika & baking soda over the vegetables.
- Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
- Add the milk & chicken stock.
- Whisk until smooth.
- Heat, stirring often to prevent milk from burning on bottom of pot.
- When the carrot is soft, remove the pot from the heat.
- (At this point, if you prefer a smooth soup, you may blend all with an immersion blender).
- Add the cheddar cheese, stirring to thoroughly combine.
- The heat of the soup will melt the cheese.
- Stir until the cheese is fully integrated and no distinct bits remain.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle into bowls.
- Top each bowl with a dash of Bitters and a sprinkle of parsley.
- Serve crusty Sourdough bread alongside.
ONION SOUP WITH HERBY GARLIC CHEESE BREAD
This French-inspired warming soup uses chutney to add a delicious sweetness
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Starter
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt 1 tbsp of the butter in a medium saucepan. Add the onions, stir well, then cover and gently cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15 mins - they should be really soft but not browned. Add half the garlic, increase the heat and cook for 5 mins more, adding a splash of stock if the onions start to stick - they should brown a little now.
- Stir in the flour and chutney, and cook for 1-2 mins, then pour over most of the stock and simmer while you make the garlic bread. Mix the rest of the butter and garlic with half the parsley. Season.
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Cut each baguette into about 6 slices, but don't go all the way through. Add a little of the butter mixture and some mozzarella into each cut, then push back together to seal. Wrap in a double layer of foil. Bake for 10-15 mins, until the butter is melted. Season the soup, adding remaining stock if required. Serve with garlic bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 55 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 16 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, Sodium 2.12 milligram of sodium
BREAD AND CHEESE SOUP FROM THE GRISONS
From "The Swiss Cookbook". I haven't made it yet. Sounds like great simplicity. Pepperidge Farm mades a good, firm white bread. The author says that this is a traditional, nonliquid soup. I'm having trouble meshing "soup" and "nonliquid", but there you go.
Provided by Debbie R.
Categories Cheese
Time 35m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut the bread into small cubes.
- Butter a 1.5 quart casserole.
- Measure 1 cup of the cheese and reserve the rest.
- Put alternate layers of bread and the 1 cup of cheese into the casserole.
- Combine the beef bouillon and wine. Pour over the bread and cheese.
- Dot the top with the butter and sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup of cheese.
- Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.9, Fat 34.2, SaturatedFat 20.2, Cholesterol 104.8, Sodium 1440.2, Carbohydrate 16.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.9, Protein 30.2
Tips:
- Use a good quality bread for the best flavor. A sourdough or hearty whole wheat bread works well.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of cheese. A combination of Gruyère, Emmental, and Appenzeller is classic, but you can use any type of cheese that you like.
- If you don't have time to make your own croutons, you can use store-bought croutons. Just be sure to choose a variety that is not too hard or crunchy.
- Serve the soup with a side of fresh herbs, such as chives, parsley, or thyme. This will add a pop of color and flavor to the soup.
Conclusion:
Bread and cheese soup is a delicious and comforting soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover bread and cheese. This soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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