Apple-Cheddar Soup Recipe

Name: Apple-Cheddar Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, chopped; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 lb. baking potatoes (about 2), peeled, finely chopped Safeway 2 pkg For $5.00 thru 02/09; 2 cups apple cider; 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme; dash ground red pepper (cayenne); 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, chopped; 1/2 cup milk; 2 Tbsp. flour; 1 cup KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese

Servings: persons

4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb. baking potatoes (about 2), peeled, finely chopped Safeway 2 pkg For $5.00 thru 02/09
2 cups apple cider
1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
dash ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, chopped
1/2 cup milk
2 Tbsp. flour
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese

1
Cook and stir bacon in large saucepan until crisp.
2
Remove bacon from pan with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
3
Discard all but 1 Tbsp.
4
bacon drippings from pan.
5
Add onions and garlic to pan; cook and stir 5 min.
6
or until onions are crisp-tender.
7
Stir in potatoes, cider, thyme and pepper.
8
Bring to boil; cover.
9
Simmer on medium-low heat 15 min.
10
Stir in apples; simmer 5 min.
11
or until potatoes are tender.
12
Mix milk and flour in bowl until blended.
13
Stir into soup.
14
Cook 5 to 7 min.
15
or until soup thickens, stirring occasionally.
16
Gradually stir in cheese until melted.
17
Transfer soup to blender, in batches; blend until smooth.
18
Serve topped with bacon.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, chopped, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 lb. baking potatoes (about 2), peeled, finely chopped Safeway 2 pkg For $5.00 thru 02/09, and more.

Yes, Apple-Cheddar Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apple-Cheddar Soup

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