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Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup with Grilled Cheese

Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup with Grilled Cheese Comfort Fix

A comforting Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup paired with crispy grilled cheese, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1 cup Onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh preferred.
  • 2 medium Jalapeños (diced) Adjust quantity based on spice tolerance.
  • 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth Homemade or store-bought.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Can swap for plant-based.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Any melting cheese can work.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with non-dairy.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Black Pepper To taste.
For the Grilled Cheese
  • 2 slices Bread (your choice) Sourdough or whole-grain recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Or olive oil/margarine.
  • 2 slices Cheese (for grilling) Mix of cheeses recommended.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
  2. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 diced jalapeños. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth, bringing to a gentle simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low, add 8 ounces of cream cheese. Stir until melted and blended.
  5. Gradually add 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted. Pour in 1 cup of whole milk, heating through.
  6. Butter one side of each slice of bread. Heat skillet and place 2 slices, butter-side down. Add 2 slices of cheese and grill until golden.
  7. Serve the soup in bowls with the grilled cheese alongside, ideal for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust jalapeño quantity for heat preference. Vegan options available by substituting cheese and cream cheese.

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