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Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup with Grilled Cheese Dippers Recipe

Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup with Grilled Cheese Dippers Recipe
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A creamy and spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup infused with the heat of diced jalapeños and the richness of cheddar and cream cheese, served alongside crispy grilled cheese dippers perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

  • 4 jalapeños, seeded and diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Grilled Cheese Dippers

  • 8 slices of bread
  • Butter for grilling
  • Remaining 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (from above)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and diced jalapeños. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  3. Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, milk, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  4. Combine Mixture with Broth: Slowly stir the cream cheese mixture into the simmering broth, blending thoroughly to create a creamy soup base.
  5. Season and Simmer: Add salt and pepper to taste. Continue to simmer the soup for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to let flavors meld.
  6. Make Grilled Cheese Dippers: While the soup simmers, butter each slice of bread. Layer the remaining cheddar cheese on 4 slices, then top with the other 4 slices to make sandwiches. Grill on a skillet over medium heat until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted, then cut into sticks for dipping.
  7. Serve: Ladle the hot spicy jalapeño popper soup into bowls and serve immediately with the grilled cheese dippers on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Seed the jalapeños carefully to reduce heat if desired.
  • Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option; ensure cheese is vegetarian-friendly.
  • Adjust the quantity of jalapeños for more or less spice.
  • Butter can be substituted with olive oil for a lighter grilled cheese option.
  • To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free bread for grilled cheese dippers.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: jalapeño popper soup, spicy soup, grilled cheese dippers, comfort food, cheddar cheese soup, easy soup recipe

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