Apple and Cheese Soup
A hearty cheese soup with a refreshing fall twist. This delicious white cheddar cheese and apple soup is sure to warm your soul! Easy to make with simple ingredients, it all comes together in one pot and requires minimal prep time.
Servings 6
Calories 436kcal
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 red onion chopped
- 2 apples peeled, cored & diced
- 3/4 cup flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 1/4 cups white cheddar
- 1 cup gruyere
- fresh cracked salt & pepper to taste
- 2 ounces bacon pieces
Instructions
- In a large saucepan or pot, melt butter over medium low heat. Add onions and sauté 10 minutes or until tender.
- Add apples and sauté 10 minutes.
- Gradually add flour. Cook 5 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
- Whisk in broth. Increase heat to medium high to bring to a boil. Then, reduce to medium low heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add milk, bring to a boil and add cheeses. Stir until melted.
- Garnish with bacon pieces, salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Store
- Refrigerate - Let the soup cool to room temperature and store it in an airtight container. It will keep well for up to 5 days.
- Freeze - Place the cooled soup in freezer bags or containers and it will keep well for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen soup in the fridge the night before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 436kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 1196mg | Potassium: 320mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 904IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 462mg | Iron: 1mg