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Comforting & Delicious Recipe

Comforting & Delicious Recipe
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5.1 from 20 reviews

This Incredible Jalapeno Popper Soup is a creamy, spicy, and smoky soup inspired by the beloved jalapeno popper appetizer. Made with sautéed onions, garlic, jalapenos, cream cheese, chicken broth, cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon, it delivers rich flavors and comforting warmth in every spoonful. Perfect as a hearty dinner or a flavorful starter, this soup is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 jalapenos, seeded and minced
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Toppings

  • Chopped green onions
  • Extra shredded cheddar cheese
  • Sour cream

Instructions

  1. Sauté aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and jalapenos, cooking for an additional 1 minute to release their fragrant flavors.
  2. Add cream cheese: Stir in the softened cream cheese until it melts completely, forming a smooth and creamy base for the soup.
  3. Simmer soup base: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing all the ingredients to blend together.
  4. Melt cheddar cheese: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts smoothly into the soup, enriching it with cheesy goodness.
  5. Incorporate bacon and season: Add the crumbled cooked bacon to the soup and season with salt and pepper to your taste. Stir well to combine.
  6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite optional toppings such as chopped green onions, extra cheddar cheese, or a dollop of sour cream. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a spicier soup, leave the seeds in the jalapenos or add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • Serve with crusty bread for dipping to make it a more filling meal.
  • To make the soup vegetarian, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit bacon or replace with vegetarian bacon bits.
  • Adjust the amount of jalapenos according to your heat preference.

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Keywords: jalapeno popper soup, creamy jalapeno soup, spicy cheese soup, bacon cheese soup, comfort food soup

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