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Royal Cheddar Cheese Soup

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By: Pamela Reed
Posted:5/28/14
Updated:10/15/19
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In today’s recipe we’re going to go back to the Edwardian era and make classically delicious Royal Cheddar Cheese Soup.

I have a new favorite cookbook.  It’s called Edwardian Cooking, The Unofficial Downton Abbey Cookbook by Larry Edwards.  I don’t even watch Downton Abbey (YET) and I’m already obsessed.  The cookbook  includes 80 recipes from Sweet to Savory that include Breads, Side Dishes, Entrees, Desserts.  In the opening the author states “Long before there was the rage of organic food, sustained living and natural eating, there was the abbeys of Great Britain. Though Downton Abbey is a fictitious abbey, what we see dramatized is very real.  Also very real in the television dramatization is the food”.  

Edwardian Cooking
(Those cookies are coming to the blog soon!)

Everything that left the kitchen during this Era was made from scratch. The abbey cook would start their day around 6AM and the day would last 18 hours.  They would prepare 8 meals a day (including meals for the abbey staff). Besides the meals they would also prepare food for the High Teas and many social gatherings on the grounds of the Abbey. Hard work, right?

For this recipe here I have to warn you that this Royal Cheddar Cheese Soup is delicious.  Not only was it good for dinner but I made so much we also had it for leftovers the following day and it even warmed up beautifully.   I’m also pretty proud of myself because this recipe calls for onions and since they are pureed up I totally ate (slurped) them and enjoyed every minute of it!  

Royal Cheddar Cheese Soup

During the Edwardian era it was pratically required that if you served bread with a meal, you had to serve soup. These people knew how to live!  The most popular soup among the aristocrats was the smooth Royal Cheddar Cheese Soup.  The book describes it as the “quintessental English soup” as it includes potatoes, onions, cream and cheese.  When this soup was served it was never served hot.  It was always served at room temperature so guests at the abbey would not have to blow on the soup (the horror!).  

Lastly, it’s cool to note this Soup was always served at dinners when special guests were present.. so consider yourself fancy and enjoy this delicious Satiny Smooth Soup!

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Royal Cheddar Cheese Soup

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By: Pamela Reed
serves 4

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 yellow onions peeled and chopped
  • 2 potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic peeled and minced
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • 3 tablespoons minced chives or grated carrots

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions, potatoes, and garlic and sauté 10 minutes.
  • Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to simmer and cook 10 minutes.
  • Remove the contents of the saucepan to a food processor and puree.
  • In the saucepan, over medium heat, whisk together the dry mustard and heavy cream.
  • Stir the puree into the saucepan and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the Cheddar cheese and hot sauce and keep stirring until the cheese has melted.
  • Ladle into serving bowls, top with some chives or carrots, and serve.

Notes

Adapted from Edwardian Cooking, The Unofficial Downton Abbey Cookbook by Larry Edwards
Did you make this?I love seeing what you’ve made! Tag me on Instagram at @BrooklynFarmGirl and don’t forget to leave a comment & rating below.

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  1. Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron says

    June 2, 2014 at 5:43 pm

    I love soup! This cheddar cheese one is gorgeous and definitely calling my name! Pinned!

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  2. Amy @ Elephant Eats says

    May 29, 2014 at 3:31 pm

    Oh my gosh, you HAVE to watch Downton Abbey…it’s so good! I can only imagine how yummy this soup is. Although I think I would heat mine….I need my soup hot hot hot!

    Reply
  3. Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods says

    May 29, 2014 at 12:05 pm

    Bread and soup at every meal….count me in! Thanks for the history ๐Ÿ˜€ This soup looks delicious!

    Reply
  4. Samina | The Cupcake Confession says

    May 29, 2014 at 1:56 am

    There are 2 things I absolutely need to do! 1. Start watching Downtown Abbey
    2.) Feel like royalty by making this incredibly satiny smooth looking soup! Gaaah!!!! My stomach is rumbling just looking at it and imagining how awesome this liquid gold will taste like!

    Reply
  5. Koko says

    May 28, 2014 at 8:16 pm

    I stopped getting your updates to my e-mail!! Perhaps the new layout had something to do with it? Love it by the way. This soup looks yummy…I just made a brocc and cheddar soup and it’s so satisfying. Glad to not have to work 18 hrs/day to make it!

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    • Pamela says

      May 28, 2014 at 10:09 pm

      Hi girl, I checked and you’re totally subscribed (thank you!). Maybe check your spam? I deactivated you and then turned it back on so let me know if that solves it! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  6. Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says

    May 28, 2014 at 8:14 pm

    Yum! What a gorgeous soup!

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  7. Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says

    May 28, 2014 at 5:58 pm

    I like how this soup is called “royal” cheddar cheese soup, it makes it sounds so elite and refined! I’m sure it tastes amazing too!

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  8. Debra says

    May 28, 2014 at 5:38 pm

    You must watch DA. It’s a bit more refined than some series, but I lover the manners, dress, and interactions among the elite and the more wise (often) servants.

    Reply
  9. Chris @ The Cafรฉ Sucrรฉ Farine says

    May 28, 2014 at 4:59 pm

    This soup does sound like it’s worthy of royalty Pamela. What a fun and interesting cookbook. We do not really like television but we LOVE Downton Abbey.

    Reply
  10. Ashley says

    May 28, 2014 at 2:52 pm

    I have yet to watch Downton Abbey! But this soup sure looks awesome! It’s getting all rainy and nasty out right now – I wouldn’t mind a big bowl!

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  11. John@Kitchen Riffs says

    May 28, 2014 at 2:20 pm

    Downton Abbey is fun — I’m an addict! And I’ll be addicted to this soup too, I’ll bet, once I make it. This looks terrific — thanks.

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  12. Amy | Club Narwhal says

    May 28, 2014 at 2:05 pm

    Pamela, I love the way you roll! I mean, it was enough that it was soup made out of cheese and then you went and threw Downton in ๐Ÿ™‚ Looks superbly delicious!

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  13. ela@GrayApron says

    May 28, 2014 at 1:18 pm

    Never heard of it, but I must say… it looks delicious and it would have a lot of takers around here.

    ela h.

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  14. Suzanne says

    May 28, 2014 at 1:01 pm

    Oh yum, the soup sounds incredibly delicious, as a die hard Downton fan I think I shall have to make this soup. It sounds very similar to Welsh Rarebit.in flavoring. I have to admit I have never had cheese soup and I do think it’s time I did.

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  15. Nicole ~ Cooking for Keeps says

    May 28, 2014 at 12:51 pm

    I haven’t seen Downton Abbey either! Either way, I’d still slurp up this soup!

    Reply
  16. Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health says

    May 28, 2014 at 12:32 pm

    im not a downtown abbey person either but this book and recipe esp. sounds delicious.

    Reply
  17. Laura @ Lauras Baking Talent says

    May 28, 2014 at 12:11 pm

    Oh you need to watch downton abbey ASAP. Its so good. Loving the details that the book gives. I love knowing how they cook not just the recipes. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  18. Sues says

    May 28, 2014 at 12:01 pm

    I’m always down for cheddar cheese soup! Not only does this sound delicious, but it is a gorgeous soup ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  19. Kelly @ hidden fruits and veggies says

    May 28, 2014 at 11:44 am

    You haven’t been watching downton abbey? Ughhh it’s the best. I’mma make this with veg stock and eat it while I watch re-runs (with my pinky up, like a classy lady)

    Reply
  20. Pam says

    May 28, 2014 at 11:40 am

    It’s a cold & rainy day here today – perfect for this delicious soup!

    Reply

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