{"id":932,"date":"2026-01-18T21:06:40","date_gmt":"2026-01-18T21:06:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=932"},"modified":"2026-01-18T21:06:40","modified_gmt":"2026-01-18T21:06:40","slug":"spicy-jalapeno-popper-soup-with-grilled-cheese","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/18\/spicy-jalapeno-popper-soup-with-grilled-cheese\/","title":{"rendered":"Spicy Jalape\u00f1o Popper Soup with Grilled Cheese"},"content":{"rendered":"

Spicy Jalape\u00f1o Popper Soup with Grilled Cheese<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/h2>\n

For the Soup<\/h3>\n
    \n
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped<\/li>\n
  • 1 small onion, finely diced<\/li>\n
  • 3\u20134 jalape\u00f1os, seeded and finely chopped (adjust to taste)<\/li>\n
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour<\/li>\n
  • 3 cups chicken broth<\/li>\n
  • 1 cup heavy cream<\/li>\n
  • 1 cup milk<\/li>\n
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed<\/li>\n
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 teaspoon smoked paprika<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n
  • Salt, to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For the Grilled Cheese<\/h3>\n
      \n
    • 4 slices bread (sourdough or sandwich bread)<\/li>\n
    • 2 tablespoons butter, softened<\/li>\n
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Instructions<\/h2>\n

      Make the Soup<\/h3>\n
        \n
      1. In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon<\/strong> until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.<\/li>\n
      2. Add the onion<\/strong> to the pot and saut\u00e9 for 3\u20134 minutes until soft.<\/li>\n
      3. Stir in the jalape\u00f1os and garlic<\/strong>, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.<\/li>\n
      4. Sprinkle in the flour<\/strong> and stir constantly for 1\u20132 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.<\/li>\n
      5. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth<\/strong>, making sure there are no lumps.<\/li>\n
      6. Add milk and heavy cream<\/strong>, bring to a gentle simmer.<\/li>\n
      7. Stir in the cream cheese<\/strong> until fully melted and smooth.<\/li>\n
      8. Add cheddar, Monterey Jack, smoked paprika, pepper, and salt<\/strong>. Stir until creamy.<\/li>\n
      9. Return the crispy bacon<\/strong> to the soup and simmer 5\u201310 minutes until thickened.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Make the Grilled Cheese<\/h3>\n
          \n
        1. Butter one side of each bread slice.<\/li>\n
        2. Place one slice butter-side down in a skillet over medium heat.<\/li>\n
        3. Add cheese, then top with the second slice butter-side up.<\/li>\n
        4. Cook 2\u20133 minutes per side until golden brown and melty<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
        5. Slice in half for serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Serving<\/h2>\n

          Serve the spicy jalape\u00f1o popper soup<\/strong> hot with grilled cheese on the side (or dunked<\/p>\n

          Tips<\/p>\n

            \n
          • For extra heat<\/strong>, leave some jalape\u00f1o seeds in.<\/li>\n
          • You can blend part of the soup for a smoother texture.<\/li>\n
          • Top with extra cheese or green onions if you like.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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