Cheese 'n Apple Soup

I love apple and cheese together, and here's a simple, tasty soup that features them! Kids love this one, too.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄3 cup butter
• 1⁄3 cup flour
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 2 1⁄2 cups milk
• 1  cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
• 2  cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1  cup smoked gouda cheese, shredded
• 1  cup apple cider

Directions

1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat; stir in the flour and salt.
2. Gradually stir in the milk; cook, stirring all the while, until thickened.
3. Gradually stir in the cheese, stirring until melted.
4. Add juice; heat thoroughly, stirring occasionally.
5. Makes four 1 1/4 cup servings.
6. You can substitute 4 cups plain gouda for the different cheeses, as well; try different combinations!