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Original 1886 Velveeta Cheese Soup
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 6
Not sure who gave me this recipe as I have had it for many years. This is a wonderful soup and great comfort food as well.
Ingredients:
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup onion, diced
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup carrot, diced
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 cups chicken broth (room temp.)
4 cups milk (room temp.)
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1 lb velveeta cheese, cubed
1 teaspoon salt & pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Directions:
1. Melt butter in heavy saucepan. Saute' vegetables until tender.
2. Stir in flour and cornstarch. Cook until bubbly.
3. Add stock and milk gradually;
4. blending into smooth sauce.
5. Add soda and cheese cubes; stir until
6. thickened.
7. Season with salt & pepper; add parsley.
8. Before serving,heat thoroughly in double boiler. DO NOT LET BOIL.
9. Garnish with paprika.
10. Serve and enjoy!
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