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Broccoli Cheese Soup

Category: Soup and Salad


Ingredients:
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup flour
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 lb broccoli, washed cut
1 cup carrot, grated
salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese


Directions:

Saute onion in butter. Set aside.

Cook melted butter and flour using a whisk over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Stir constantly and slowly add the half-and-half . Add the chicken broth whisking all the time. Simmer for 20 minutes.

Add the broccoli, carrots and onions. Cook over low heat till veggies are tender for 20-25 minutes. Add salt and pepper. The soup should be thickened by now.


Pour in batches into blender and puree.


Return to pot over low heat and add the grated cheese; stir until well blended. Stir in the nutmeg.


This soup can be easily doubled.



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