Broccoli and Cheese Soup with Croutons
INGREDIENTS
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
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1 cup yellow onions or sliced leeks (white parts only, well rinsed)
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
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Pinch nutmeg
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1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
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1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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3 cups chicken stock or canned, low-sodium chicken broth
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1 (16-ounce) package frozen broccoli, thawed and separated
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1 1/4 cups shredded medium Cheddar
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Croutons, for garnish, recipe follows
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1 cup 1/2 to 3/4-inch cubed French bread
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1/4 teaspoon Essence or Creole seasoning, recipe follows
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2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
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2 tablespoons salt
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2 tablespoons garlic powder
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1 tablespoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon onion powder
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1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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1 tablespoon dried thyme
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