Detroit's Famous Hudsons Department Store Recipe (We Make Their Canadian Cheese Soup)

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

sharp cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories, while processed cheese is more affordable.

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Add diced onion, celery, and carrot; sauté until softened.

Stir in all-purpose flour and cornstarch, cooking for a minute.

Gradually add chicken broth and whole milk, stirring constantly until thickened.

Add sharp cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.

Season with paprika, baking soda, salt, and pepper to taste.

Garnish with parsley before serving.

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