Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['vegetarian'], recipe: tie the first 4 ingredients together ina spice bag-set aside. in a large saucepan heat oil over medium heat. add the ham and veggies, saute for 5 minutes. add the apples and cover for 10 minutes, stirring often. add the port and simmer for 5 minutes. add the stock and herb bag, reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes. remove spice bag. meanwhile fry bacon and set aside. mix together in a small bowl the butter-at room temp-and the flour. whisk into the soup. cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. add the cheese, stirring constantly until melted. using a hand held blender"smooth" the soup. taste and adjust with salt if needed. offer crumbled bacon and chives at the table, for garnish.

Target recipe: melt butter in saucepan, and sauté onion and carrots until tender. blend in flour, paprika, dry mustard and bouillon cubes. gradually stir in milk and water. cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until smooth and thick, and mixture comes to a boil. remove from heat. gradually add cheese, continually stirring until melted. serve immediately sprinkled with chopped parsley.