German Potato Cheese Soup

A rather rich soup, but very delicious. It contains three types of cheese - Cheddar, Swiss, and processed cheese food.

• Calories: 327 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 4 cups water
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
• ¼ cup dry potato flakes
• ½ cup shredded Swiss cheese
• 2 ½ cups chicken broth
• 8 ounces processed cheese food (eg. Velveeta)
• 4 tablespoons chicken soup base
• 2 large carrots, finely chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large stock pot, combine water, chicken broth, chicken soup base, black pepper, carrots, diced potatoes, and onions. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat. Simmer 15 minutes, or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.

Step 2

Add celery and red bell pepper, and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Gradually add mayonnaise to hot soup, whisking until smooth. Reduce heat to medium low. Gradually stir in processed cheese, sharp Cheddar cheese, and Swiss cheese; continue stirring until cheese melts, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Mix in potato flakes. Remove from heat, and let sit for 15 minutes before serving.