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Jalapeño Popper Soup

A creamy, spicy soup inspired by the classic jalapeño popper, featuring a rich blend of cheese, jalapeños, and crispy 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
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup heavy cream room temperature for easier blending
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese plus more for topping
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese plus more for topping
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium jalapeños seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika adds depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin for warmth
For the Garnish
  • 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped, optional
  • 1/2 cup sour cream for serving
  • 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños for topping

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. This step builds the flavor base for the soup.
  2. Add the minced garlic, chopped jalapeños, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to cook for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Blend the Soup
  1. Reduce the heat to low and add the cream cheese, heavy cream, shredded cheddar, and mozzarella cheese to the pot. Stir until the cheeses are melted and the mixture is smooth.
  2. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If you don’t have an immersion blender, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender. Blend until smooth and return to the pot.
Final Touches
  1. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Allow it to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  2. Serve hot, garnished with crumbled bacon, additional shredded cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 16gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For a spicier soup, leave some seeds in the jalapeños or add more jalapeños. You can also substitute the chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.

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