Original 1886 Velveeta Cheese Soup

Not sure who gave me this recipe as I have had it for many years. This is a wonderful soup and great comfort food as well.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup butter
• 1⁄2 cup onion, diced
• 1⁄2 cup celery, diced
• 1⁄2 cup carrot, diced
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 4  cups chicken broth (room temp.)
• 4  cups milk (room temp.)
• 1⁄8 teaspoon baking soda
• 1  lb Velveeta cheese, cubed
• 1  teaspoon  salt & pepper
• 1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1  tablespoon dried parsley
• 1⁄2 teaspoon paprika

Directions

1. Melt butter in heavy saucepan. Saute' vegetables until tender.
2. Stir in flour and cornstarch. Cook until bubbly.
3. Add stock and milk gradually;
4. blending into smooth sauce.
5. Add soda and cheese cubes; stir until
6. thickened.
7. Season with salt & pepper; add parsley.
8. Before serving,heat thoroughly in double boiler. DO NOT LET BOIL.
9. Garnish with paprika.
10. Serve and enjoy!