Soups & Salads
Cheddar & Bacon Chowder
Prep Time: 5 min | Cook Time: 20 min | Servings: 4 | Calories: 375
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Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
375
This chowder packs a lot of savory flavor into its creamy texture with a combination of applewood smoked bacon, cayenne pepper and Sargento® Shredded 4 State Cheddar® Cheese just to name a few. The tanginess of the cheese pairs perfectly with the smooth buttery richness in every spoonful.
Ingredients
- 3 thick pieces applewood smoked bacon, chopped
- 1 cup minced onion
- 3 Tbsp. flour
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1-1/2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
- 1-1/2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups (8 oz.) Sargento® Shredded 4 State Cheddar® Cheese, divided
Directions
- Cook bacon in large saucepan over medium heat until crisp. Use a slotted spoon to transfer bacon to paper towel-lined plate; set aside. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons drippings from saucepan.
- Cook onion in drippings, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Add flour and cayenne pepper; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in milk and broth. Bring to boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in 1-1/2 cups cheese until melted.
- Ladle into bowls; top with reserved bacon and remaining cheese.
