Shelly's Recipe

DOUBLE CHEESE SOUP

Category: Soups

4 tbsp butter
1/2 cup onion, diced
1/2 cup celery, washed, diced
4 tbsp flour
3 cups warm milk or beer
1 cup (4 oz) Sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup (4 oz) Gouda cheese, shredded
White pepper, ground, to taste
5 drops hot sauce
1/2 cup ham, diced
1 tbsp chives, minced

Over medium heat, in a heavy bottomed sauce pan, heat butter until melted. Stir in onion and celery, cover. Cook 3 minutes or until transparent. Stir often to prevent browning. Stir in flour to thicken. Cook until it bubbles. Slowly stir in warm milk, mixing until thickened and smooth.

Bring to a simmer (do not boil) and continue stirring. Reduce to very low heat and add Cheddar and Gouda cheeses, white pepper and hot sauce. Stir until well blended. Add ham and chives. Serves 4