Creamy Cheddar Soup

Author

Nuwave

Servings

4

Category

Soups & Stews

Ingredients

• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 large pimentos, chopped
• 3T butter
• 3T all-purpose flour
• 1 1⁄2c chicken stock
• 1 1⁄2c half-and–half
• 3⁄4c grated sharp cheddar cheese
• Salt and black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
• Dash cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

1. In a medium sauté pan, melt the butter on Medium-High (375°F).
2. Sauté the onions and pimentos for 5–7 min.
3. Reduce the heat to Medium (275°F) and add the stock and the half and half.
4. Once heated, gradually add the flour and cook for 2 min. or until raw flour taste is gone.
5. Lower the temperature to Medium-Low (175°F). Add the cheese and stir until it is melted.
6. Add the salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.