CREMA DE QUESO CUBANA (CHEESE SOUP)

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Wonderful traditional creamy soup recipe from Don Paella in Florida. Traditionally in Cuba, Gouda cheese is used but any creamy cheese (Havarti or Asiago) can be used. Enjoy!

Provided by Nif_H

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups milk or 2 1/2 cups half-and-half
4 ounces gouda cheese (Asiago, Havarti or other creamy cheese)
salt, pepper and nutmeg to taste

Steps:

  • Note: Do not cook over high heat!
  • Whisk the butter with the flour and cook a little until golden in color (approx. 6 minutes).
  • Add the milk or the half and half slowly to make a thick cream.
  • Once mixture is hot, remove from heat, add the cheese and stir until dissolved.
  • Add salt, pepper and nutmeg to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.3, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 69, Sodium 358.1, Carbohydrate 10.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.6, Protein 12.5

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