Garden Cheese Soup

You can adjust seasonings and vegetables to your taste. The leftovers reheat well! Serve with crackers or fresh bread.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 276 Calories

Ingredients

• ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups milk
• salt to taste
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 4 cups water
• 2 tablespoons margarine
• 1 cup chopped celery
• ground black pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 large potato, peeled and diced
• 6 cubes chicken bouillon
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
• 2 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a 6-quart pot, saute celery, onion, and garlic in butter or margarine until soft.

Step 2

Stir in flour. Gradually add water, and then vegetables, bouillon cubes, and chives. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat. Cover the soup, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in cheese and milk, and stir until melted. Do not boil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.