Bleu Cheese Soup
Indulge in the rich and velvety flavors of Bleu Cheese Soup, a decadent dish perfect for cozy evenings or when you're craving something truly gourmet. This creamy soup combines the bold, tangy notes of crumbled bleu cheese with a luscious blend of heavy cream, whole milk, and chicken or vegetable stock for an ultra-smooth texture. Finely chopped onions and garlic add depth, while a touch of fresh chives provides a hint of brightness to balance the richness. Served warm with a loaf of crusty bread for dipping, this soup is an irresistible choice for cheese enthusiasts. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's a comforting, restaurant-worthy recipe you can easily whip up at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 4 cups Chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 8 ounces Crumbled bleu cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives (optional garnish)
- 1 loaf Crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
Melt the unsalted butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent, stirring occasionally.
Sprinkle the flour over the onion mixture, and stir to coat. Continue to cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw taste from the flour.
Slowly add the chicken or vegetable stock to the pot, whisking constantly to prevent lumps and ensure a smooth consistency.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup begins to thicken.
Lower the heat to medium-low, and stir in the heavy cream and whole milk. Allow the soup to heat through without letting it boil.
Add the crumbled bleu cheese to the soup, stirring until the cheese melts completely and the soup is creamy and smooth.
Season the soup with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
Ladle the soup into bowls, and garnish with chopped fresh chives, if desired.
Serve warm with slices of crusty bread for dipping or on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2868 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.7 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.4 g | 427% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 393 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 7350 mg | 320% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 290.9 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 62.3 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 567 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1228 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
