Duchess Soup

My sister got this recipe years ago when she took a cooking class. It is fit to serve to a Duchess! It is delicious!

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 8
• Yields: 8 bowls

Ingredients

• 2  carrots
• 1⁄2 bunch celery
• 1  medium onion
• 1  tablespoon butter (for saute)
• 2  cups milk
• 2  tablespoons butter (for roux)
• 2  tablespoons flour
• 1⁄2 lb cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1  gallon  chicken stock

Directions

1. Cut veggies into chunks and saute in the 1 tablespoon of butter.
2. In large soup pan, heat milk to a weak boil.
3. Thicken with a roux made from 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons flour.
4. Blend in cheese, stirring constantly.
5. Add chicken broth and sauteed veggies.
6. Simmer 20 minutes.
7. Great served with French bread!