Plantation Soup
["3 c. beef broth", "3 carrots, pared and chopped", "3 stalks celery, chopped", "3 Tbsp. Crisco", "3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour", "3 c. milk", "1/2 c. finely shredded Cheddar cheese", "1/3 c. chopped onion"]
["Combine broth, carrots, celery, and onion in a saucepan. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender.", "Strain; reserve broth and vegetables separately.", "Melt Crisco in a saucepan.", "Blend in flour until it bubbles.", "Add milk slowly, stirring constantly.", "Bring to a boil for 2 minutes.", "Combine broth and white sauce; simmer 20 minutes. Add cheese and garnish with reserved vegetables."]
["beef broth", "carrots", "stalks celery", "Crisco", "flour", "milk", "Cheddar cheese", "onion"]