Cheddar Chili Soup Recipes

THE BEST BROCCOLI-CHEDDAR SOUP

Steps:

• Melt the butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the onion, carrot and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, about 5 minutes. Whisk in the flour and cook until golden, 3 to 4 minutes, then gradually whisk in the half-and-half until smooth. Add the chicken broth, broccoli, bay leaves, nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon salt and few grinds of black pepper Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium-low and simmer, uncovered and stirring occasionally, until the broth has thickened and the broccoli is very tender, about 15 minutes.
• Meanwhile, prick the potato all over with a fork and put on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high until tender, flipping halfway through, about 6 minutes. Let cool, then peel. Use a fork or potato masher to mash until crumbly.
• Reserve 2 cups of the soup in a liquid measuring cup and discard the bay leaves. Let the remaining hot soup cool for 5 minutes or so, then transfer it to a blender, filling no more than halfway. Add the mashed potato. Remove the center cap from the lid and place it on the blender. Cover the lid with a folded kitchen towel to catch splatters, and pulse until very smooth.
• Stir the pureed soup and reserved 2 cups of soup back into the pot. Whisk in the cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Ladle into serving bowls and top with more shredded Cheddar.

CHICKEN CHILI SOUP

Steps:

• Coat a large pot with cooking spray and place over medium-high heat. Cook and stir chicken, bell peppers and onion until chicken is brown and peppers are just tender. Stir in corn, beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce and water. Season with chili powder, parsley, garlic powder, cayenne and cumin. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes.

CHEDDAR MELT CHILI

Steps:

• In 4-quart Dutch oven, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
• Stir in hot water, sauce mix and uncooked pasta (from Hamburger Helper box), salsa, milk, chili powder and beans. Heat to boiling, stirring frequently.
• Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
• Remove from heat; stir. Sprinkle each serving with 2 tablespoons cheese and tomato.

CHILI SOUP

Steps:

• In a large pot over medium heat, combine the ground beef and onions. Saute for 5 minutes, or until meat is browned. Drain excess fat and add the potatoes, beans, tomato soup, tomato juice, chili powder, water and salt to taste. Bring just to a boil and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour and serve.

CHEDDAR CHILI SOUP

Steps:

• In saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.
• Cook onion until soft.
• Add garlic, jalapeno pepper, chili powder and cumin.
• Continue cooking for about 2 minutes.
• Add potatoes and stock; bring to boil.
• Cover and cook for about 15 minutes.
• Add 1/2 of the kidney beans.
• Transfer to blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
• Return mixture to saucepan over medium heat.
• Add 2 cups of the cheese, remaining kidney beans, milk, corn, salt and pepper.
• Cook, stirring, for about 10 minutes until cheese is melted and soup is heated through.
• Garnish with green onion and rest of cheese.

ANITA'S SLOW COOKED CHILI IN CHEDDAR BOWLS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
• To make the chili:*
• Heat 2 teaspoons vegetable oil in a large stock pot over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook 5 minutes, until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, partially cover and simmer 20 minutes.
• For the bread bowls: Divide dough into 4 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball. Place balls on prepared baking sheet, top with shredded cheese and bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and when cool enough to handle, cut a small portion from the top of each ball (reserve cut-out piece for another use). Press into the center, making a bowl for the chili. Spoon in chili into the bread bowls and top with desired toppings.

CHILI CHEESE SOUP

Steps:

• In a Dutch oven, saute the onion, celery and carrots in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, mustard, paprika and Worcestershire sauce until blended. Gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in chilies and Liquid Smoke if desired. Stir in cheese sauce until melted.

CHEESY CHILI

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, cook the beef, onions and garlic until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, chiles and pepper; bring to a boil. , Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted. Serve immediately. If desired, top with sour cream, jalapenos, tomatoes and cilantro. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers; it may be frozen for up to 3 months. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth or water if necessary.

CHILI CHEDDAR JALAPENO SOUP

Steps:

• In a heavy saucepen heat oil or butter over medium heat.
• Add in onion, garlic, jalapeno pepper and chili powder; saute for about 5 minutes or until softened.
• Add in cubed potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil, cover and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are soft.
• Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor; puree until smooth, then return the mixture to the saucepan over medium heat.
• Add in 2-1/4 cups grated cheddar cheese, milk, half and half, corn niblets, salt and pepper; cook stirring for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the mixture is heated through.
• Ladle into bowls and top with chopped green onions and more shredded cheddar cheese.
• DELICIOUS!