This Cheese-Bacon Soup is the definition of comfort food in a bowl. It features a velvety base made from half-and-half and milk, thickened with a roux and loaded with sharp, melted cheddar cheese. The savory depth comes from sautéed mirepoixâÂÂonions, carrots, celery, and green peppersâÂÂcooked in rendered bacon fat, which infuses every spoonful with a smoky richness. Topped with crispy bacon bits, this hearty soup is perfect for chilly evenings or as a satisfying lunch. It comes together quickly using pantry staples, making it an easy yet impressive meal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Cheese-Bacon Soup
Description
This Cheese-Bacon Soup is the definition of comfort food in a bowl. It features a velvety base made from half-and-half and milk, thickened with a roux and loaded with sharp, melted cheddar cheese. The savory depth comes from saut&# 195;©ed mirepoixâÂÂonions, carrots, celery, and green peppersâÂÂcooked in rendered bacon fat, which infuses every spoonful with a smoky richness. Topped with crispy bacon bits, this hearty soup is perfect for chilly evenings or as a satisfying lunch. It comes together quickly using pantry staples, making it an easy yet impressive meal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.Ingredients
Directions
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Cook bacon slices in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the drippings in the pot.
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Add chopped celery, carrot, onion, and green pepper to the bacon drippings. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and softened, about 8-10 minutes.
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Sprinkle the flour over the cooked vegetables along with the salt and pepper. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste and form a roux.
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Gradually whisk in the half-and-half, milk, and chicken broth, ensuring no lumps form. Continue stirring until the mixture is smooth.
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Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup has thickened and is bubbling gently.
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Reduce heat to low. Add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese a handful at a time, stirring until completely melted and smooth. Do not boil after adding cheese to prevent separation.
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Crumble the reserved crispy bacon. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and top each serving with a generous amount of bacon crumbles.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 811.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 63.0g97%
- Saturated Fat 21.0g105%
- Cholesterol 69.0mg23%
- Sodium 2575.5mg108%
- Total Carbohydrate 2.1g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.8g
- Protein 55.5g112%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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