""I first tasted this soup at a Dutch mom-n-pop joint called Russ'. It was love at first spoonful. Compelled to make this soup, I dissected each bite searching for flavors and ingredients. Here is my recipe. Enjoy! P.S. It is easier to make than it seems by the ingredient list."..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 large onion, chopped
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4 stalks celery, chopped
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1 red bell pepper, chopped
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1 cup butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
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1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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4 cups beef stock
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1 quart half-and-half
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1 pound cooked corned beef, chopped
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1 cup sauerkraut
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1 teaspoon seasoned salt (such as Spice Islands® Beau Monde Seasoning)
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freshly ground black pepper to taste
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2 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese, divided
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1 (6 ounce) package rye croutons