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Houston’s Canadian Cheese Soup
5 from 15 votes

Houston’s Canadian Cheese Soup

Houston’s Canadian Cheese Soup blends sautéed vegetables with a smooth cheese base using processed Velveeta cheese, chicken broth, and half and half. Carrots, celery, and onions are softened in butter, then cooked with flour to create a flavorful roux. Rich, creamy, and cheesy, this soup is seasoned simply and can be garnished with fresh parsley, diced tomatoes, or jalapeños to add contrast and brightness.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 512 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup carrot 1/8 inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup onion
  • 1/2 cup celery 1/8 inch cubes
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 3 cups half and half
  • 2 pounds processed cheese Velveeta brand
  • 1 tablespoon parsley fresh

Instructions

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  1. Melt the butter in a Dutch oven. Add the celery, carrots, and onion, and saute until soft but not brown.
  2. Add the flour and stir to combine. Cook until the mixture begins to turn a light-brown color.
  3. Using medium-high heat, add in the chicken broth gradually - a little at a time. Continue cooking, stirring with a whisk until you get a thick base.
  4. Add the half and half, but take care not to let the mixture boil. 
  5. Add the cheese and stir until melted. 
  6. When ready to serve, add the parsley. Garnish with diced tomatoes and jalapenos if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 512kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 34g (52%) Saturated Fat 21g (105%) Cholesterol 111mg (37%) Sodium 2276mg (95%) Potassium 676mg (14%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 4535IU (91%) Vitamin C 10.4mg (12%) Calcium 767mg (77%) Iron 0.8mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 512

% Daily Value*

Calories 512kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 26g 52%
Fat 34g 52%
Saturated Fat 21g 105%
Cholesterol 111mg 37%
Sodium 2276mg 95%
Potassium 676mg 14%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 11g 22%
Vitamin A 4535IU 91%
Vitamin C 10.4mg 12%
Calcium 767mg 77%
Iron 0.8mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.