Broccoli Cheese Soup by plan3gurl

“A flavorful creamy soup that is easy to make. ”

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RATING

5.00 / 5.00 rating by 1 person

TIMES

Prep time: 0:15 Overall time: 1:15

SERVINGS

4 to 6 servings scale / convert

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp. melted butter
1/2 md. chopped onion
1/4 cup melted butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups chicken stock
1/2 lb. fresh broccoli
1 cup carrot, julienned
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
8 oz. grated sharp cheddar cheese
salt and pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Sauté onion in butter. Set aside.

2. Cook melted butter and flour using a whisk over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Stir constantly and add the half & half.

3. Add the chicken stock. Simmer for 20 minutes.

4. Add the broccoli, carrots and onions. Cook over low heat 20-25 minutes.

5. Add salt and pepper. Can be puréed in a blender but I don't. Return to heat and add cheese. Stir in nutmeg.

CHEF COMMENTS

When adding the half and half, POUR SLOWLY.

I added potatoes to mine and it was excellent!

TAGS

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