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Monte Cristo Soup Recipe

Monte Cristo Soup Recipe
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Monte Cristo Soup is a rich and comforting soup inspired by the classic Monte Cristo sandwich. It combines diced ham and turkey in a creamy, cheesy base infused with mustard and garlic, topped with grilled cheese croutons and a drizzle of warm raspberry preserves for a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors.

Ingredients

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Sauté Base

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced (about 1 ½ cups)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced

Soup Mixture

  • ½ cup (31 g) all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups (32 ounces) chicken broth
  • 1 cup (245 g) whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Meats and Cheese

  • 1 ½ cups (202.5 g) cooked ham, diced
  • 1 ½ cups (210 g) cooked turkey, diced
  • 1 cup (113 g) Swiss cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded

Garnishes

  • Grilled cheese croutons (for garnish)
  • Raspberry preserves, warmed
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Melt butter and cook onion: In a medium pot over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the diced onion and cook for 8-10 minutes until softened and translucent, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
  2. Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
  3. Add flour: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour evenly over the cooked onions and garlic. Stir well to coat the vegetables and cook for another minute to remove the raw flour taste.
  4. Add liquids and seasonings: Gradually pour in the chicken broth and whole milk while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Stir in the Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
  5. Add diced meats: Fold in the diced cooked ham and turkey, stirring to distribute evenly throughout the broth.
  6. Simmer: Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer the soup, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 minutes or until thickened to your desired consistency.
  7. Incorporate cheeses: Stir in the shredded Swiss and mild cheddar cheeses into the hot soup. Continue stirring until all the cheese is fully melted and the soup is creamy.
  8. Prepare to serve: Ladle the soup into bowls. Top each serving with grilled cheese croutons, drizzle with warm raspberry preserves, and garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor.

Notes

  • Use freshly shredded cheese rather than pre-shredded for better melting texture.
  • Grilled cheese croutons can be made by toasting small cubes of grilled cheese sandwiches until crisp.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste, especially depending on the saltiness of your ham and broth.
  • Raspberry preserves add a sweet contrast, but you can substitute with other berry jams if preferred.
  • For a thicker soup, simmer longer or add a bit more flour when making the roux.
  • Make sure to warm the raspberry preserves before drizzling to ensure it flows smoothly over the soup.

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Keywords: Monte Cristo Soup, Ham and Turkey Soup, Cheesy Soup, Comfort Food, Chicken Broth Soup, Raspberry Preserves Soup

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