MONTEREY JACK CHEESE SOUP

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Provided by Lynette !

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 13

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2 c chicken broth
1 c onion, chopped
1 c tomato, peeled and diced
1 can(s) chopped green chiles, undrained (4 ounce can)
1 tsp garlic, minced
1/4 c butter
2 Tbsp butter
1/4 c all-purpose flour
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
5 c milk, divided
3 c monterey jack cheese shredded (12 ounces)
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper

Steps:

1. Combine the first 5 ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil; cover and reduce heat, and simmer 10 to 12 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Remove from heat and set aside.
2. Melt butter (1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp) in a heavy saucepan over low heat; add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually ad 3 1/2 cups milk; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thickened and bubbly.
3. Add the reserved vegetable mixture, remaining 1 1/2 cups milk, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring constantly, until the cheese melts and the soup is thoroughly heated. Serve immediately.