Roasted Poblano and White Cheddar Soup

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE SOUP:

roasted poblano chiles, sliced (click for directions on roasting)

2 tbsp

canola oil

1/2 cup

yellow onion, thinly sliced

2 cloves

garlic, chopped

2 cups

chicken stock

1 tsp

cumin

1/2 cup

heavy cream (you can also use half and half)

2 tbsp

cornstarch

1 1/4 cups

shredded white cheddar cheese

Salt and pepper,

FOR THE CHILI OIL:

1 cup

olive oil

2 1/2 tsp

red pepper flakes