Here is the link where I found the original recipe... and below that is the recipe with my own personal changes... It was deliciious, and I think it can be changed to suit anyones taste, or diet... depending what You're looking for.

http://singleparents.about.com/od/so...amChseSoup.htm

Low Carb - Ham and Cheese Soup

From Dianne Hadaway,


Easy Low Carb - Ham and Cheese Soup recipe.

INGREDIENTS:
Low carb Ham and cheese soup
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup onions -- chopped
1/2 cup celery -- chopped
1/4 cup bell pepper -- chopped - any color
1 tablespoon garlic -- chopped
1 cup Canadian ham -- diced
4 cups chicken stock -- or water with bouillon
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
a sprinkle of crushed red pepper, if desired
salt and pepper to taste...
1/4 cup heavy cream -- optional
1-2 cups grated cheddar cheese -- (as you like)
chopped green onions for garnish -- optional
PREPARATION:

Saute onions, celery, bell pepper, and garlic in oil until tender.
Add ham and fry to release some oils and blend flavor with the vegetables.
Add stock or water and bullion, bay leaf, crushed red pepper,and basil.

Add cheese, and cream, and stir til cheese melts...

Note: I used Sargento Bistro cheese.... its cheddar salsa with tomatoes, and Jalapino peppers... delicious.

But you could use the lower fat cheddar cheese, or use another flavor of Sargento Bistro cheese...

If you're not watching carbs, use real ham.

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