Mushroom Cheddar Soup

Mushroom Cheddar Soup
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The earthy flavor of mushrooms takes your classic cheese soup from ordinary to extraordinary.This recipe is courtesy of USDairy.com.
Prep Time
10
minutes
Cook Time
30
minutes
Servings
9
servings
Mushroom Cheddar Soup Recipe - The Daily Meal
Total time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
  • sliced baby portabella mushrooms
  • 1 cup yellow onion, peeled, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, peeled, minced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cup whole milk
  • 2 cup shredded cheddar
Directions
  1. In a large sauce pan, sauté mushrooms, onion, and garlic in vegetable oil over medium heat, for 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Add butter to pan and melt over medium heat; add flour, stirring constantly for 2 to 3 minutes or until incorporated.
  3. Gradually add chicken broth and milk, stirring until incorporated; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Reduce to a simmer over medium-low heat; cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until soup is thickened.
  5. Stir in cheddar cheese and simmer for an additional 3 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.