Cheddar Soup with Apple - Farberware Cookware

Ingredients

• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 medium onions, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, finely chopped
• 1 celery rib, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon chopped thyme
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups apple cider
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Dijon
• 8 ounces sharp cheddar, shredded
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 red or green apple, cored and cut into 1/4-inch dice