Canadian Cheese Soup

The Beanery was a restaurant from the railroad town of Cache Junction (Utah).  The town is now mostly gone but local residents still have fond memories of eating there.  This recipe was a great favorite.

1/2 c. finely chopped onion 

1/4 c. butter or margarine

1/2 c. flour

4 c. milk

4 c. chicken broth

1/2 c. finely diced carrots

1/2 c. finely diced celery

dash of salt

dash of paprika

1 c. sharp process American cheese, diced

 

Cook onion in butter until tender but not brown. Blend in flour. Add milk, broth, carrots, celery, salt and paprika. Cook over medium heat until mixture thickens and bubbles and vegetables are done.  Reduce heat, add cheese, and stir to melt. Simmer 15 min.  Serves 8

It is best to have ingredients cooked, then add cheese until melted and remove from heat immediately.