Reuben Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. sliced celery
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1 c. chicken broth
1 c. beef broth
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
2 Tbsp. cold water
3/4 c. sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
2 c. half-and-half cream
2 c. chopped cooked corned beef
1 c. (4 oz) shredded Swiss cheese
salt and pepper to taste
Rye croutons, optional

Preparation

In a large saucepan, saute the onions and celery in butter until tender.
Add broths and baking soda.
Combine cornstarch and water and add to pan.
Bring to a boil; boil for two minutes, stirring frequently.
Reduce heat.
Add sauerkraut, cream and corned beef; simmer and stir for 15 minutes.
Add cheese;
heat until melted.
Add salt and pepper.
Garnish with croutons, if desired.
Serves 6.