Canadian Cheddar Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup diced celery
1 cup minced onion
1/2 cup shredded parsnip
2 tablespoons soft butter
1/4 cup flour
3 (10 3/4 ounce) cans beef broth
3 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups half-and-half

Preparation

Place the 3 tablespoons butter in a large pot on the stove.
Add the carrots, celery, onion, and parsnips.
Simmer, covered, for about 10-12 minutes (you want to make sure they are steamed till quite done, adding a fews drops of water if necessary).
Mix the next 2 tablespoons butter and flour into the veggies to make a slight roux.
Gradually stir in the three cans of beef broth, stirring till smooth (6-8 minutes).
Add the Cheddar cheese and stir till melted.
Slowly add the half-and-half.
Heat but DO NOT boil, stirring constantly about 3 minute.
Ladle into bowls and enjoy!