Ham And Cheese Soup

By á-174942

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onions
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
• 1 cup diced ham
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 cup cream
• 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
• 3/4 cup cubed Velveeta cheese
• Chopped green onions for garnish

Details

Servings 8

Preparation

Step 1

Fry all onions, celery, and bell pepper in oil until tender. Add ham and saute to release some oils and meld the flavors. Add stock/broth, bay leaf, and basil.

Simmer to reduce slightly (20 to 30 minutes). Add cream and return to boil to thicken a bit. Slowly add cheese -- stirring constantly.

Serve immediately. Garnish with green onion.

This recipe yields 8 servings; 3 carb grams per serving.