cari's broccoli cheese soup

(2 RATINGS)
46 Pinches
Kansas City, MO
Updated on Nov 6, 2009

This recipe is from a restaurant in Columbia Missouri when I was in college in the early 80's. I'm sure it is no longer in business, but this soup recipe lives on.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch fresh broccoli, including stems, chopped
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup + 2 T. flour
  • 2 quarts milk
  • 3 cups grated cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon sweet basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon tarragon
  • - Salt & pepper to taste

How To Make cari's broccoli cheese soup

  • Step 1
    Cover broccoli with water in saucepan & bring to gentle boil. Cook until just tender & drain. Set aside. Melt butter in saucepan over low heat. Add flour & whisk thoroughly. Cook & whisk over low heat 5-6 minutes. Add milk & whisk thoroughly. Increase heat to medium & cook, whisking frequently until mixture has reached a low boil. Reduce heat to simmer. Add cheese & stir until melted. Add seasoning & broccoli. Heat thoroughly & serve.

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Category: Cream Soups
Ingredient: Vegetable
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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