GARLICKY CHEDDAR CHEESE BISQUE

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I came up with a cheddar cheese soup a while ago and decided to give it a boost with a variety of root vegetables. Crushed pita chips and fresh parsley make fun garnishes. -Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium leek (white portion only), sliced
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped peeled parsnip
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
2/3 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
2 cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
Crushed baked pita chips
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat butter and oil over medium heat. Add vegetables, salt and pepper; cook and stir 7-8 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1-2 minutes longer., Stir in broth and wine; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth., Process soup in batches in a food processor until smooth. Return all to pan. Stir in evaporated milk and cornstarch mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened and bubbly, stirring frequently. Add cheese; cook and stir until cheese is blended. Top servings with crushed pita chips and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 1307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Thelma Donovan
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This bisque is so versatile. I've served it with everything from crusty bread to crackers to salad.


Shibu q
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This was the easiest bisque I've ever made. It was so quick and easy to put together.


EL LUKE DEMUNESMASITO
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This bisque is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


theresa lubbe
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This bisque is a must-try for any cheese lover. It's so rich and decadent.


Dylan333 666
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This is the best garlicky cheddar cheese bisque recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and creamy.


Bhatti Jee
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This bisque is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Tarence Glaze
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I've been making this bisque for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect soup for any occasion.


Andres Olguin
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This bisque is the best I've ever had! The flavors are incredible and the texture is so smooth and creamy.


Safdar Abbas
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This recipe was a complete disaster. The bisque turned out lumpy and the flavor was terrible.


Kalam Shah
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This bisque was way too garlicky for me. I could barely taste anything else.


Dimple Queen Dimple Queen
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I had to add a lot of salt and pepper to make it taste good.


Sheila Murphy
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This bisque was a bit too thick for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Casey Giddens
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I'm not a big fan of cheddar cheese, but this bisque was still really good. The garlic and onion flavors were really strong.


Nansamba Cissy
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This was the perfect soup for a cold winter night. It was warm, comforting, and cheesy.


Crystal O'Conner
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This bisque is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I especially love the crispy croutons on top.


MD Anowar Hossain
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of garlic, but I'm so glad I did! The garlic flavor was subtle and not overpowering at all.


Gigiftr Naruto
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I've made this bisque several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


saka cingo
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This garlicky cheddar cheese bisque was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was creamy and smooth.