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Oma's Easy Cheese Soup (Käsesuppe)

Here's my easy cheese soup that's great on a cold winter's night. This German käsesuppe is delicious with a hearty loaf of German bread. 

Taking only about 30 minutes to make, this quick easy soup is a favorite among kids. Buy your cheese already grated - easier still.

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons (43 g) butter
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• ¼ cup (33 g) flour
• 4 cups (960 ml) chicken broth
• ¼ pound (113 g) Gouda, shredded
• ⅞ cup (210 ml) cream
• salt, pepper, nutmeg to taste
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon (14 g) butter
• chives to garnish

Instructions:

1. Melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat in saucepan. Add garlic.
2. Stir in flour and cook 1 minutes, stirring.
3. Slowly whisk in chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook 10 minutes, stirring continually.
4. Reduce heat to low.  Stir in cheese a handful at a time until melted. Stir in cream. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Do not boil.
5. Warm 2 to 3 minutes until smooth and hot.
6. Meanwhile, brown onion slices in 1 tablespoon butter.
7. Serve soup topped with onions and chives.

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Recipe update on January 19, 2026