Creamy cheese soup

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2ouncesCheese, Chesire; grated fine
pintMilk, whole
1cupCroutons
1largeOnion, white; diced
2tablespoonsButter, unsalted
2ouncesFlour, all-purpose
Salt
Pepper, black, ground
Pepper, white, ground
2Egg yolks
ounceCream, heavy
4tablespoonsPeas; cooked

Directions

Place onion in pan, cover with water, bring to boil. Drain. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in pan, add onion. Saute', covered, for about 4 minutes. Set aside, place remaining butter in pan and stir in flour.

Blend in milk, salt, peppers; bring mixture to a boil. Allow to simmer 6-8 minuses; strain. Return soup to pan, stirring in cream, egg yolks, cheese. Heat slowly to ensure evenness of mixture. Do not boil. Garnish with cooked peas and croutons. Serve. D.WEISSGERBE / INTERNATIONAL CHEESE RECIPE BOOK Submitted By NANCY O'BRION On 11-07-94