Creamy Chicken Vidalia And Cheese Soup

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I had 20lbs of vidalia onions and a flavor in my mind. Sweet onions, sharp cheddar, and the richness of homemade chicken stock. Mmmm. Dh had seconds. The 15yo had 3rds. Use as a side dish or, with bread and salad, as a light meal in its own right.

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Steps

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Saute onions gently in butter and olive oil until soft and golden.

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Keep heat low to avoid excessive browning.

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Add chicken stock , meat , thyme , salt , and pepper.

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Bring to boil then turn down to simmer.

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Add cream cheese and allow it to melt inches.

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Whisk cornstarch into the cold milk then add to soup.

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Heat to a simmer again , stirring regularly to prevent lumps.

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Taste and correct seasonings if necessary.

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Stir in sharp cheddar until melted.

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Serve , garnished with parsely if desired.

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Alternately , use ham and ham broth instead of chicken and chicken stock.

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Ingredients

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vidalia onions, butter, olive oil, chicken stock, cooked chicken, thyme, salt, fresh ground black pepper, cream cheese, milk, cornstarch, sharp cheddar cheese, parsley