Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup With Grilled Cheese Dippers
This Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup is a creamy, cheesy, and smoky dish with just the right amount of heat. Paired with crispy grilled cheese dippers, it’s a perfect comfort meal for any season.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups cream cheese
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced jalapeños
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- 8 slices of bread
- 4 slices of cheddar cheese
- Butter for grilling
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook the diced onion for 5 minutes until translucent, then stir in garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Build the Base: Pour in broth and bring to a simmer. Add softened cream cheese, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
- Add Flavor and Heat: Mix in shredded cheddar, diced jalapeños, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Make It Creamy: Stir in heavy cream and heat through. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prepare the Grilled Cheese Dippers: Butter one side of each bread slice. Place cheddar cheese between two slices, buttered sides out. Grill in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown on both sides. Slice into strips.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with cilantro, and serve hot with grilled cheese dippers.