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Step 5: Make it Cheesy & Serve! ๐งโจ
- Remove the pot from the heat.
- Stir in the 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese a handful at a time, letting it melt fully into the warm broth. Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Ladle the hot soup into deep bowls. Top each serving with a mountain of your saved crispy bacon bits and an extra sprinkle of cheddar cheese.
๐ก Chef’s Pro-Tips for Success
- Shred Your Own Cheese: Always buy a block of cheddar and shred it yourself! Pre-bagged shredded cheese is coated in cellulose to keep it from sticking, which prevents it from melting smoothly and can leave your soup with a grainy texture. ๐งโ
- Size Matters: Cut your potatoes into small, uniform cubes ($\sim\frac{1}{2}\text{-inch}$) so they cook quickly and fit perfectly onto a soup spoon alongside the broccoli. ๐ฅ๐ฅ
