Caldo De Queso (Cheese Soup) Recipe

Name: Caldo De Queso (Cheese Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 jalapeno, chopped fine (optional); 4 green onions, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 4 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 6 canned green chilies, cut into thin strips; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 cup water; 1 teaspoon salt; pepper; 1 quart milk; 8 ounces monterey jack cheese, shredded; 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/4 lb butter

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno, chopped fine (optional)
4 green onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
4 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
6 canned green chilies, cut into thin strips
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
pepper
1 quart milk
8 ounces monterey jack cheese, shredded
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 lb butter

1
Cook onions, jalapeno, and garlic in oil in large saucepan until tender.
2
Do not scorch or overcook.
3
Add tomatoes and cook for 15 minutes, then stir in chile strips and cilantro.
4
Add water and season to taste with salt and pepper.
5
In another large saucepan heat milk, cheese, and butter over medium heat, being careful not to scorch, just until cheese is melted.
6
Add tomatoes and bring to a high simmer.
7
Do not boil.
8
Serve.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 1 jalapeno, chopped fine (optional), 4 green onions, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Caldo De Queso (Cheese 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.

Caldo De Queso (Cheese Soup)

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