The Dove'S Nest Artichoke Cheddar Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped carrot
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 cups chicken broth
4 cups milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 (14 ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained, cut into fourths
salt (to taste)

Preparation

Saute the onions, carrots and celery in the butter in a stockpot ntil tender.
Stir in the flour and cornstarch. Add the chicken broth and milk.
Cook over medium heat until the mixture begins to boil and thicken; stirring frequently; reduce heat.
Add the cheese and pepper. Simmer until the cheese is melted, stirring frequently.
Stir in the artichoke hearts and salt. Ladle the warm soup into soup bowls.