Comforting Cheese Soup With Red Pepper And Bacon

Name: Comforting Cheese Soup With Red Pepper And Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1/2 whole Sweet Onion, Chopped; 2 Tablespoons Butter; 2 Tablespoons Flour, Plus More For Thickening; 2 cups Heavy Cream; 1/2 cups Chicken Stock; 1/2 cups Grated Yellow Cheddar Cheese; 1/2 cups Grated White Cheddar Cheese; 1/2 cups Grated Colby Cheese; 1/2 whole Red Pepper, Chopped; 6 slices Bacon, Fried And Crumbled; 1 dash Salt And Pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1/2 whole Sweet Onion, Chopped
2 Tablespoons Butter
2 Tablespoons Flour, Plus More For Thickening
2 cups Heavy Cream
1/2 cups Chicken Stock
1/2 cups Grated Yellow Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cups Grated White Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cups Grated Colby Cheese
1/2 whole Red Pepper, Chopped
6 slices Bacon, Fried And Crumbled
1 dash Salt And Pepper, to taste

1
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium saucepan at medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and saute until translucent, about 10 minutes. Add flour and butter, whisking constantly to create a roux.
2
Reduce to medium heat, and add heavy cream and chicken stock. Add cheeses in increments, stirring constantly so cheese does not stick to bottom. Reduce to low-medium heat and let simmer for 15 minutes, or until thick. Stir occasionally. Add salt and pepper to taste, if needed. If soup is not as thick as you would like, add flour by the tablespoon, stiring until it thickens.
3
Add half of chopped red pepper and half of bacon to soup, stirring to mix. Let simmer for 5 more minutes.
4
Serve in soups bowls. Garnish with remaining bacon and red pepper.

1034

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 1/2 whole Sweet Onion, Chopped, 2 Tablespoons Butter, 2 Tablespoons Flour, Plus More For Thickening, and more.

Yes, Comforting Cheese Soup With Red Pepper And Bacon 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.

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