Easiest Cheese Soup

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   Place a 3-quart pot over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add the butter and stir until it has melted.

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   Add the onion and stir slowly but constantly until it softens, just for a minute or two.

4. 4

   Spear a piece or two and taste if you're in doubt.

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   You don't want to brown the onion, just tenderize it a little.

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   Stir in the flour and blend it thoroughly with the butter and onion.

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   Cook, stirring constantly, about 2 or 3 minutes.

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   Slowly add the broth and milk, still stirring constantly, and continue to cook until it is almost to the boiling point.

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   Tiny bubbles will begin to form a ring around the edge of the pot.

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    At this point, stir the grated cheese into the milk and whisk it until it has melted and the soup is very hot.

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    Salt to taste.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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