Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup with Grilled Cheese Dippers
Description
All the flavors of everyone’s favorite party appetizer—jalapeño poppers—transformed into a creamy, spicy, and cheesy soup. To make it even better, serve it with golden, melty grilled cheese dippers for the ultimate comfort food combo. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you want a fun twist on soup and sandwiches.
Ingredients
For the Soup:
6 slices bacon, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
4–5 fresh jalapeños, seeded and diced (leave some seeds if you like it extra spicy)
4 cups chicken broth
1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp cumin
Salt & pepper, to taste
Optional garnish: extra cheese, sliced jalapeños, green onions, or crushed tortilla chips
For the Grilled Cheese Dippers:
8 slices bread
4 tbsp butter, softened
2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
Instructions
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