Description
Canadian Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for those chilly fall and winter nights. This rich and creamy soup combines savory ham, tender potatoes, fresh vegetables, and a melty blend of sharp cheddar cheese in a delightful cheesy cream sauce. It’s not only delicious but also gluten-free, making it accessible for everyone to enjoy. Easy to prepare, this hearty dish can be served as a main course or a satisfying side, ensuring that both kids and adults will love every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 4 medium potatoes (cubed)
- 1 cup celery (chopped)
- 1 cup carrots (sliced)
- 1/2 cup onions (diced)
- 1 leek (sliced)
- 2 cups cooked ham (cubed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup gluten-free flour
- 1 qt whole milk
- 1 lb sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: cube potatoes, chop celery and carrots, dice onions, slice leek.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onions, leeks, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Add chicken broth and cubed potatoes; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce heat; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- In a bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour and milk until smooth; gradually add to the soup while stirring continuously.
- Stir in cooked ham and shredded cheese until melted and well combined.
- Serve hot in bowls.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg