CHEDDAR-APPLE SOUP

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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

3 tablespoons butter
1 large apple (preferably Golden Delicious), peeled, cored and finely chopped (1 cup)
1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
1 medium carrot, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup apple juice
2 cups half-and-half
1/2 cup whipping (heavy) cream
1 dried bay leaf
1 tablespoon apple brandy, dry vermouth or frozen apple juice concentrate
Dash of ground cinnamon
Dash of ground red pepper (cayenne)
3 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (12 oz)
1 teaspoon salt
White pepper
Chopped fresh parsley, if desired

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

Fernando Ocumarez
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I'm definitely going to try this soup this weekend!


Khuselwa Fuba
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Can I use a different type of cheese in this soup?


Rafatu Babe
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I'm not sure what apples to use for this soup.


umar faraz158
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover cheddar cheese. It's also a great soup to make ahead of time and freeze.


Farzeen khan
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This soup was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.


Saidgujjar Khan
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I'm not a big fan of apple soup, but I thought I'd try this recipe anyway. I'm glad I did! The soup was really creamy and flavorful. I especially loved the addition of bacon.


Michael Diaz
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use whatever apples I have on hand.


Siyakholwa Achie
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I love the combination of apples and cheese in this soup. It's a unique and delicious flavor that I've never tried before.


David Kardish
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This soup is perfect for a cold fall day! It's warm and comforting and the cheesy flavor is just irresistible.


Aliali Bouzh
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I'm not sure what went wrong with my soup, but it turned out really bland. I followed the recipe exactly, but it just didn't have much flavor.


Mintesinot Memihru
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This soup was really easy to make and it tasted great! I used sharp cheddar cheese and it gave the soup a really nice flavor. I also added a bit of cayenne pepper for a little kick.


clifford clarke
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This soup was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try using less sugar next time or maybe even omitting it altogether.


Ahmed Zulfiqar
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I'm not a big fan of cheddar cheese, but I thought I'd give this soup a try anyway. I'm glad I did! The cheese flavor was actually really mild and the soup was still very creamy and delicious.


Trenton Stanley
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever apples I have on hand. It's also a great way to use up leftover cheddar cheese.


Gom Sah
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I made this soup for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Rubel Cox
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This is one of the best apple soups I've ever had! The cheddar cheese gives it a rich and creamy texture, while the apples add a nice sweetness and crunch. I also love the addition of bacon - it really takes this soup to the next level.


Arama Ash
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Cheesy, creamy, and packed with apple flavor - this soup is a winner! I used a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples, and the tartness and sweetness were perfectly balanced. Definitely a new favorite fall soup!