Cheddar Pear Soup
Pears and sharp cheddar have always been one of my favorite flavor combos. This recipe brings the two together in a creamy, delicious soup. I like to serve it with a warm baguette and fresh fruit for lunch or a light supper. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
- Preparing Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Served Person: 8
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup butter cubed
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 3 medium ripe pears peeled and chopped
- fresh pear slices optional
- Carbohydrate 17.157397817431 g
- Cholesterol 642.226562519433 mg
- Fat 137.841288340729 g
- Fiber 2.75811558024125 g
- Protein 156.0931769799 g
- Saturated Fat 47.1600272963199 g
- Serving Size 1 1 servings (2 quarts). (915g)
- Sodium 952.819875136346 mg
- Sugar 14.3992822371897 g
- Trans Fat 11.1343900005345 g
- Calories 1966 calories
In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute onion and garlic until tender, 7-9 minutes. Stir in flour and paprika until blended; cook and stir 2 minutes. Gradually stir in broth. Add chopped pears; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until pears are tender, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally., Puree soup using an immersion blender or cool slightly and puree soup in batches in a blender; return to pan. Add cheese and pepper; cook and stir over low heat until cheese is melted, 3-5 minutes. If desired, top with pear slices.
