Wisconsin Cheese Soup

Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheeseNutrition
• 2 cups fluid heavy creamNutrition
• 1/4 tsp black pepperNutrition
• 1/2 tsp saltNutrition
• 1 cup chicken brothNutrition
• 1/4 cup butterNutrition
• 2 stalks small celery, choppedNutrition
• 1 medium onion, choppedNutrition
• 1 medium green bell pepperNutrition
• 1 medium red bell pepperNutrition

Directions

1. 1In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine celery, bell pepper and chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for five minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
2. 2In a large saucepan, cook onion in butter over medium heat until onion is translucent. Stir in pepper, salt and cream.
3. 3Bring to a boil, then stir in cheese until melted.
4. 4Stir in reserved vegetables and cooking liquid.
5. 5Heat through and serve.
6. 6Note: if thicker consistency is desired, add one or two egg yolks and simmer an additional 10-20 minutes.

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