CHEESE SOUP WITH A TWIST

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One of my favorite childhood memories is of my Aunt Claire serving up hearty bowlfuls of her famous cheesy soup. She would pair this cheese soup with a slice of warm buttered bread for a downhome lunch. -Rob Feezor, Alexandria, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 bacon strips, diced
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups whole milk
3 cups cubed Velveeta
1/2 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives
1/2 cup grated carrots
2 tablespoons sherry, optional
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. In the drippings, saute the celery, onion and green pepper until tender., Stir in flour and pepper until blended; gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Add the cheese, olives, carrots and, if desired, sherry; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Sprinkle servings with parsley and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 1155mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

Ayomide Odekunle
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This soup is amazing! It's so easy to make and it tastes like it came from a restaurant.


Isaiah E
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I made this soup for my kids and they loved it. It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


mini angel half devil crewmate
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This soup was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would use less salt next time.


Johnny Cool Dowabobo
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and cheesy. I always add some extra sharp cheddar cheese to make it even more flavorful.


Sima Ketema
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting.


Lalchand Lalchand
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I'm not a big fan of cheese soup, but this recipe was actually really good. I would definitely make it again.


Eucharia Martin
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This soup is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love that it's a one-pot meal.


Jm Joy
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.


ARNIS
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This soup was a bit too thick for my taste. I think I would add more milk next time.


Kimera Muhammad
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I've made this soup several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite.


Omran Brkawi
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This soup was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Juanita
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it. It was so easy to make and it tasted delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Kay Joel
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This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and cheesy. I love that it has a bit of a kick to it too.


Samo Baloch
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and always turns out great. I usually add some cooked chicken or sausage to make it a heartier meal.


Jam Loog
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This soup was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would add some more spices next time.


bhagwan bhandari
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfectly. It was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Lufuno Mafilika
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Easy and delicious! I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


Sjjej Jsjjs
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The soup was good, but not great. It was a bit too salty for my taste and the texture was a little grainy. I think I would try a different recipe next time.


Omar Salmin
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This cheese soup was a hit! It had a creamy, cheesy flavor and was so easy to make. I added some extra vegetables to make it even healthier and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.