broccoli cheese soup

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Little River, SC
Updated on Dec 19, 2014

So good!

prep time 10 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups broccoli florets (i used 1 16 oz bag of frozen)
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
  • 2 cups half-n-half
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (divided)
  • 2 - cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • - salt and pepper to taste

How To Make broccoli cheese soup

  • Step 1
    In a small saute pan, cook the onion and garlic in 1 T of the butter until soft (about 5 minutes). Set aside.
  • Step 2
    In a large stock pot, make a roux with the flour and remaining 3 T of butter. Cook for 3-4 minutes. Add the stock and half-n-half, and simmer, stirring often, for about 20 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Add the broccoli (can still be frozen, and once it softens up you can break it up a bit), onion/garlic mixture, and nutmeg. Simmer about 25 minutes, stirring often, until thick.
  • Step 4
    Add the cheese and stir until it is melted. Add salt and pepper to taste. If desired, can puree a bit, but not necessary.

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

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