Reuben Soup Recipe

By Gazelle

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup sliced celery
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 3/4 cup sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups half-and-half cream
• 2 cups chopped cooked corned beef
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Rye croutons, optional

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Add broth and baking soda. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Reduce heat. Add sauerkraut, cream and corned beef; simmer and stir for 15 minutes. Add cheese; heat until melted. Add salt and pepper. Garnish with croutons if desired.
Yield: about 6 servings.