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Cheddar & Gouda Apple Soup with Candied Maple Bacon

A creamy and flavorful soup made with sharp cheddar and gouda cheese, blended with sweet apples and topped with crispy candied maple bacon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 medium apples peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup gouda cheese shredded
  • 1 cup heavy cream for creaminess
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Candied Maple Bacon
  • 6 slices bacon thick cut
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup for glazing
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar optional, for extra sweetness

Method
 

Prepare the Candied Bacon
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until it starts to crisp, about 5 minutes.
  3. Remove the bacon and place it on the baking sheet. Brush with maple syrup and sprinkle with brown sugar if using.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until crispy, turning halfway through.
Make the Soup
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and chopped apples, cooking for another 5 minutes until apples are softened.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Using a blender, puree the soup until smooth. Return to the pot and stir in the cheddar and gouda cheese until melted.
  5. Add heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Heat through before serving.
Serve
  1. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crumbled candied bacon.
  2. Garnish with additional cheese if desired and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

For a vegetarian option, substitute bacon with smoked tempeh or omit it entirely.

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