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apple cheddar soup

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Recipe by
Dianne Hocut
@DianneHocut
Little Rock, AR

This light, yet cheesy, soup has the perfect flavor combinations. Apples, Cider, and Cheese! Found it in a Better Homes and Garden Soups & Stews magazine and we enjoy it tremendously BUT, I have found it is much smoother and creamier if I add vegetable broth as a thinner. Di

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For apple cheddar soup

  • 1 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1/2 c
    onion, finely chopped
  • 2
    medium russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 2 c
    apple cider
  • 1 tsp
    fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1 dash
    cayenne pepper
  • 1
    medium cooking apple, chopped
  • 1/2 c
    milk
  • 2 Tbsp
    all purpose flour
  • 1 c
    sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • vegetable broth for thinning, if needed
  • cheese, parsley, and/or apple for garnish

How To Make apple cheddar soup

  • 1
    In a saucepan heat butter over medium heat until melted. Add onion; cook until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in potatoes, cider, thyme, salt, and cayenne. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 15 minutes. Stir in the medium chopped apple. Simmer, covered, about 5 minutes more or until potatoes are tender.
  • 2
    In a small bowl combine milk and flour; stir into potato mixture. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Gradually add the cheese, stirring until cheese is melted. Thin with vegetable broth if it gets too thick. Top servings with desired garnish and enjoy!
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