ONION CHEESE SOUP

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I made a few adjustments to this savory soup recipe I came across in a community cookbook. It's rich, buttery and cheesy, plus it's so quick to prepare. -Janice Pogozelski, Cleveland, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
4 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
Seasoned salad croutons
Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese and minced chives

Steps:

In a large saucepan, saute the onion in butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Stir in cheese until melted. Serve with croutons and; if desired, top with Parmesan cheese and minced chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 22g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.