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Apple and Cheddar Soup

Creamy Apple and Cheddar Soup: A Cozy Fall Delight

This Apple and Cheddar Soup is a comforting mix of tart apples and sharp cheddar, ready in 30 minutes for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian version.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 1 Onion Diced.
  • 2 Tart Apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended.
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shredded.
  • 1/2 cup Cream Light alternatives include half-and-half or milk.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Croutons
  • to taste Additional Cheese Extra cheddar for topping.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Blender
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by preparing your ingredients for the Apple and Cheddar Soup. Dice the onion finely and core the tart apples, cutting them into equal chunks.
  2. In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onions and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add the apple chunks to the pot with the softened onions and cook for an additional 5 to 7 minutes until the apples are tender.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth. Return the pureed soup to the pot.
  6. Stir in 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of cream until the cheese melts completely, about 3-5 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with croutons or additional cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for up to a month. Reheat gently on low heat, adding a splash of broth if it thickens.

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