Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

Artichoke Cheddar Soup

Teresa Ambra

 Gluten Free Living – 2017

I hit a home run with this recipe a few weeks ago. No kidding. Artichoke Cheddar Soup is absolutely mouthwatering! This creamy, comforting soup is filled with cream, half-and-half and cheddar cheese to give it a thick delicious base. I added matchsticks carrots, leeks, onions, garlic and celery along with the artichokes. A pinch of red pepper flakes provides just enough oomph to give the soup some pizzazz. Yes, this is the perfect soup to start your fall dinner menus!

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Back in mid-July I got called for Jury Duty at the Ellis County Courthouse south of Dallas. I never dreamed I would actually have to sit on a jury. What an experience! We took a lunch break each day and I found myself walking to The Dove’s Nest restaurant down town (a couple of blocks away). One of those days they featured an Artichoke Cheddar Soup on their menu. Unfortunately, it was not gluten free so I didn’t order it. But I thought to myself: I’m going to go home and try my hand at an Artichoke Cheddar Soup.

It was the ultimate in creamy, scrumptious soups. I based this soup on my Panera Bread Broccoli Cheese Soup copycat recipe. I added a few things, took out a few things, but the end result was something to write home about! Even though you can purchase artichoke hearts that are not marinated, I went ahead and rinsed and drained the artichokes before adding them to the soup. I’m glad I did. I think the briny taste would have been too much otherwise.

I made the soup for a friend from our church that I get together with once or twice a month for lunch. I served it with Artichoke Hummus and lots of veggie dippers. We both drooled over the soup. It was so smooth and wonderful. I think we each had two servings!

If you’re looking for an utterly delightful fall soup to make as the days start cooling down, then you’ve got to give Artichoke Cheddar Soup a shot. If you enjoy artichokes in other things, you’ll love them in soup! Hey, they’re not just for dip or hummus, even though they’re terrific in those appetizers! This soup is hearty, filling and fully satisfying. Guaranteed! 🙂

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

I thought every bite of Artichoke Cheddar Soup was mouthwatering.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

This soup is actually pretty quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for weeknight meals. I had it ready in about 25 minutes – start to finish!

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

I garnished the soup with extra cheddar cheese and artichoke hearts. Yum.

Here’s what I did.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

I used these ingredients.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

Melt butter in a large Dutch oven. (I use enameled cast iron). Add matchsticks carrots, leeks, celery, onions and garlic. Saute about 5-7 minutes until veggies are tender.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

Rinse and drain thoroughly the artichoke hearts. Add to veggies in Dutch oven. Stir veggies gently to combine.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

Add gluten free flour. Stir gently to combine.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

Slowly add chicken broth about 1/4 cup at a time until all is incorporated. (You can also substitute vegetable broth).

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

Add half-and-half about 1/4 cup at a time until all is incorporated.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

Add heavy whipping cream about 1/4 cup at a time until all is incorporated.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

Add seasonings and cook over low heat about 10 minutes until mixture thickens.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

Add cheese. Stir to combine and heat through.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

That’s it. Soup’s done!

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

Artichoke Cheddar Soup is thick from all the veggies.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

It’s creamy and cheesy too.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

This is one of those lick-your-lips soups. When I say comfort food, I mean it.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

I liked mine served with a little additional cheddar cheese.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that the weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #GlutenFree #ArtichokeCheddarSoup

Artichoke Cheddar Soup was good down to the last drop!

Here’s the recipe.

ARTICHOKE CHEDDAR SOUP

(My own concoction)

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

Artichoke Cheddar Soup

Teresa Ambra
Artichoke Cheddar Soup is mouthwatering and irresistible! This amazing soup takes only about 25 minutes to make! It's rich and creamy and filled with artichokes, celery, carrots, onions & garlic. This favorite comfort food recipe is perfect for fall and winter meals.
2.27 from 96 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Dish, Soup, Stews and Chowders
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 431 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
  • 1/2 cup onions diced
  • 2 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 2 ribs celery diced
  • 1 leek green top removed, washed thoroughly and diced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 3 14-oz. cans artichoke hearts rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup gluten free all-purpose flour or use regular flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp. pink Himalayan sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 2 shakes crushed red pepper flakes (or more, if desired)
  • 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded, for garnish, if desired

Instructions
 

  • In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, melt butter.
  • Add onions, carrots, celery, leeks and garlic.
  • Sauté about 5-7 minutes until veggies are tender.
  • Add rinsed and well-drained artichoke hearts.
  • Stir in gluten free flour.
  • Slowly add chicken broth about ¼ cup at a time.
  • Add half-and-half and then heavy whipping cream, whisking while each addition is incorporated.
  • Add salt, pepper and red pepper flakes and cook on low heat until mixture thickens—about 5-10 minutes.
  • Add cheese and stir until cheese is melted.
  • Ladle soup into bowls.
  • Garnish with additional cheddar cheese, if desired.

Notes

NOTE: If you substitute milk for the half-and-half and cream, the soup will not turn out as thick and creamy. Nor will it have the fullness in flavor.
 
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Nutrition

Calories: 431kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 15gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 954mgPotassium: 242mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 4198IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 430mgIron: 1mg
Keyword artichokes, cheese, gluten free, main dish, soup
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Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

Artichoke Cheddar Soup is the perfect soup for cool fall nights.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

This soup is hearty, filling and satisfying.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

Artichoke Cheddar Soup is so delightful you’ll want this on a regular menu rotation.

Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that the weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #GlutenFree #ArtichokeCheddarSoup

This amazing chowder-type soup was so scrumptious, I couldn’t stop eating it.

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Artichoke Cheddar Soup | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this #soup is comfort food at it's best & only takes 25 minutes to make! It's perfect for week nights now that weather is turning cooler. #artichokes #cheddarcheese #glutenfree

Artichoke Cheddar Soup

Teresa Ambra
Artichoke Cheddar Soup is mouthwatering and irresistible! This amazing soup takes only about 25 minutes to make! It's rich and creamy and filled with artichokes, celery, carrots, onions & garlic. This favorite comfort food recipe is perfect for fall and winter meals.
2.27 from 96 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Dish, Soup, Stews and Chowders
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 431 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
  • 1/2 cup onions diced
  • 2 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 2 ribs celery diced
  • 1 leek green top removed, washed thoroughly and diced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 3 14-oz. cans artichoke hearts rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup gluten free all-purpose flour or use regular flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp. pink Himalayan sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 2 shakes crushed red pepper flakes (or more, if desired)
  • 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded, for garnish, if desired

Instructions
 

  • In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, melt butter.
  • Add onions, carrots, celery, leeks and garlic.
  • Sauté about 5-7 minutes until veggies are tender.
  • Add rinsed and well-drained artichoke hearts.
  • Stir in gluten free flour.
  • Slowly add chicken broth about ¼ cup at a time.
  • Add half-and-half and then heavy whipping cream, whisking while each addition is incorporated.
  • Add salt, pepper and red pepper flakes and cook on low heat until mixture thickens—about 5-10 minutes.
  • Add cheese and stir until cheese is melted.
  • Ladle soup into bowls.
  • Garnish with additional cheddar cheese, if desired.

Notes

NOTE: If you substitute milk for the half-and-half and cream, the soup will not turn out as thick and creamy. Nor will it have the fullness in flavor.
 
© Can’t Stay Out of the Kitchen

Nutrition

Calories: 431kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 15gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 954mgPotassium: 242mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 4198IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 430mgIron: 1mg
Keyword artichokes, cheese, gluten free, main dish, soup
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