Halloween Jack Soup Recipe

Name: Halloween Jack Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups low sodium chicken broth; 1 cup chopped tomato; 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 red potatoes, peeled and diced; 4 tablespoons butter; 4 tablespoons flour; 4 cups milk, divided; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 3/4 teaspoon salt (more or less depending on chicken broth used); black pepper; 1 cup jalapeno jack cheese, shredded; 2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded; sliced green onion (to garnish)

Servings: persons

2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 cup chopped tomato
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 red potatoes, peeled and diced
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
4 cups milk, divided
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt (more or less depending on chicken broth used)
black pepper
1 cup jalapeno jack cheese, shredded
2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded
sliced green onion (to garnish)

1
In a soup pot, combine chicken broth, tomatoes, garlic powder and potatoes.
2
Heat to boiling; cover and reduce heat to medium and simmer 10 minutes then remove from heat and set aside.
3
Melt butter in a separate saucepan, stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, 3 minutes.
4
Blend in 2-1/2 cups of the milk, 1/2 cup at a time, whisking until smooth and thickened.
5
Remove from heat and stir into the broth mixture.
6
Return the soup pot to the stove and cook over medium heat, then stir in remaining milk, salt, pepper, chili powder and cheese.
7
Cook until cheese is melted and soup is heated through.
8
Garnish with green onion slices.

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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

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.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups low sodium chicken broth, 1 cup chopped tomato, 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 2 red potatoes, peeled and diced, and more.

Yes, Halloween Jack 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.

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Halloween Jack Soup

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