Cheddar Soup

Ingredients

• • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 1 leek, white part only, chopped
  • 1 branch celery, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) butter
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) dry mustard
  • 1 cup (250 ml) white wine
  • 2 1/2 cups (625 ml) chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups (375 ml) milk
  • 3 cups (750 ml) grated orange cheddar (about 300 g/11 oz)
  • Salt and pepper

• Garnish

  • 1/4 lb (115 g) sliced bacon, chopped
  • 1 cup (250 ml) bread cubes (for croutons)