Calico Cheese Soup

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Calico Cheese Soup offers a comforting blend of cheesy richness with fresh vegetables and savory broth, perfect for a cozy meal. Its creamy texture and flavorful profile make it appealing to cheese lovers and those seeking a warm, satisfying dish suitable for any time of day.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 clove garlic
  • 2 Tbsp. minced onion
  • 1/2 c. finely shredded carrots
  • 1/2 c. finely chopped celery
  • 1/4 c. margarine
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 3 Tbsp. flour
  • 2 c. milk
  • 2 c. chicken broth
  • 1/2 lb. medium or sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Saute garlic and minced onion in margarine over low heat until tender.
  2. Add chicken broth, finely shredded carrots, and chopped celery; cook until just tender-crisp.
  3. Blend flour into milk; add to the chicken broth mixture and cook, stirring, until slightly thickened.
  4. Stir in shredded Cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
  5. Add salt and Tabasco to taste.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

672 kcal 34% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 15g 30% DV
Total Fat 35.7g 46% DV
Carbs 75.8g 28% DV
Fiber 8.2g 29% DV
Sugar 23.6g 47% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10436.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 957.3mg 20% DV
Cholesterol 26.8mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 993.5mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 17.2mg 19% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 408mg 31% DV
Iron 4.7mg 26% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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