Day 27

New York State Cheddar Cheese Soup

Ingredients;

1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
4 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
1 can (12 ounce size) evaporated milk
1/2 cup carrots, diced
1/2 cup celery, diced
2 tablespoons green bell pepper, diced
1 1/2 tablespoon flour
1 1/2 cup sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
salt and pepper, to taste
grated apple (optional)

Directions:

In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat
Reduce heat and add onions, carrots, celery and green pepper and slowly saute until very soft
Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly
Add stock and bring to a boil
Simmer for 20 minutes
Add cheddar and Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper and stir until cheese is melted
Stir in evaporated milk
Serve hot with optional grated apple on top