Stilton Soup

Directions

1. 1
   In a large pot melt the butter and add the minced fennel and onion and saute until just translucent in color.
2. 2
   Add the flour and stir for a couple of minutes until the flour and butter are incorporated.
3. 3
   Add the milk and whisk until the mixture thickens. If it becomes too thick, add more milk.
4. 4
   When the mixture is the desired thickness, pour it all into a blender and whirl away until it becomes very smooth. Then pour it back into the pot.
5. 5
   Add the cheese and stir until the soup is very smooth.
6. 6
   Ladle into soup bowls and garnish with grapes, chives , grated pepper and a little more cheese or all of these if you wish.