Reuben soup

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
\"When we're lucky, this soup is served in the staff
Cafeteria at school. The cooks have served it for years
And it remains a special favorite.\" - Mary Lindell
½cupChopped onion
½cupSliced celery
2tablespoonsButter or margarine
1cupChicken broth
1cupBeef broth
½teaspoonBaking soda
2tablespoonsCornstarch
2tablespoonsWater
¾cupSauerkraut, rinsed drained
2cupsLight cream
¾cupSauerkraut, rinsed and drained
2cupsChopped cooked corned beef
1cupRye croutons, optional
4ouncesShredded Swiss cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter until tender.

Add broth and baking soda. Combine cornstarch and water; add to pan.

Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat. Add sauerkraut, cream and corned beef; simmer for 15 minutes.

Add cheese; heat until melted. Add salt and pepper. Garnish with croutons, if desired. Serves: 6 (1½ quarts) From: "Taste of Home" Magazine, October/November 1994 Posted by: Debbie Carlson - Cooking Submitted By DEBBIE CARLSON On 10-16-94