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If you're thinking "who is Krij," it's me! It was my college nickname and rhymes with fridge. A funny story for when we become friends.

Nacho Grande Soup

October 5, 2014

Six Sisters’ Stuff shared this awesome dish on Pinterest and it makes for a great fall soup or dip with chips!

Their recipe called for a can of condensed cheddar cheese soup, and after looking in Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, CVS and a local market for it, I was unsuccessful. So I googled "how to make a substitute condensed cheddar soup." Thankfully, the substitute is WAY healthier than a processed can of soup could ever be.

Nothing like a Google search to save the day for a delicious meal.

Nacho Grande Soup

Get the Goods

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, diced
  • 1 package taco seasoning
  • 1 can diced tomatoes and green chilis, undrained
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup Substitute

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Just a Few Steps

1. In a skillet, cook ground turkey, onion and garlic over medium-high heat until thoroughly cooked; drain. 

2. To make the cheddar cheese substitute: Melt butter over medium-low heat in a saucepan. Add flour and whisk together until smooth. Slowly add milk and continue whisking while bringing mixture to a gentle boil. Once it thickens slightly, add cheese and stir until melted.

3. In a large pot, add the cooked ground turkey, cheddar cheese substitute, taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, and milk over medium-high heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir well before serving. 

In Dinner, Appetizers Tags Cheese, Soup, Dips, Turkey
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