Wisconsin Cheese Soup

• tablespoons butter↗2
• cup chopped onion1⁄2
• cup carrot, diced↗1⁄4
• cup celery, diced↗1⁄4
• cup flour↗1⁄3
• teaspoon baking soda↗1⁄2
• cups milk↗2
• chopped parsley (optional)
• (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth↗1
• (8 ounce) package cold pack wisconsin sharp cheddar cheese↗1
• teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes↗2

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan melt butter.

2. 2

   Add onion, carrots, and celery, cook until tender.

3. 3

   Stir in flour, cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until bubbly.

4. 4

   Stir in baking soda.

5. 5

   Gradually stir in milk, and broth, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, stirring until mixture thickens slightly, about 10-15 minutes.

6. 6

   Add cheese, and red pepper, stirring until melted and well blended.

7. 7

   Garnish with parsley.