TESTED & PERFECTED KITTENCAL'S CHEDDAR CHEESE & POTATO SOUP Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients!
INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons oil 2 carrots, peeled and diced 1 large celery rib, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic 1?4 cup flour 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional) 2 cups half-and-half (or 1 cup milk with 1 cup half and half) 3 cups chicken broth 2 1?2 cups cooked diced potatoes (can use more) 3 cups grated old cheddar cheese salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste) parmesan cheese, for sprinkling on to (use any amount desired)
DIRECTIONS
In a large saucepan melt butter with oil over medium-high heat. Add in carrots, celery, onion and garlic; saute until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in flour and cayenne pepper; whisk for 1 minute. Gradually add half and half and broth whisking continuously. Bring to a light boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add in cooked diced potatoes; simmer uncovered for 15 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted; add to the soup stirring until combined and melted (you may also add in a few tablespoons of Parmesan cheese to the soup if desired). Ladle into bowls then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
by: Kittencalrecipezazz
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