Ingredients

  • 1/4 c. butter
  • 1/2 c. each: finely chopped onion, carrot and celery
  • 1/4 c. flour
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1 qt. chicken stock (canned okay)
  • 1 qt. milk
  • 1 c. grated Cheddar cheese or 2 jars Old English cheese and 1/4 c. grated sharp cheese
  • 1/8 tsp. baking soda
  • salt and pepper
  • cayenne

Method

  • Saute over low heat in the butter the onion, carrot and celery until soft.
  • Add the flour and cornstarch and cook until it just begins to brown.
  • Add chicken stock; stir until smooth.
  • Simmer 5 minutes.
  • Add milk; heat.
  • Add cheese and baking soda.
  • Heat soup, but try not to boil.
  • Season with salt, pepper and cayenne.
  • This freezes well.
  • Serves 8.