INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 cup chopped carrot
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2 -3 minced garlic cloves
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2 cups chopped broccoli florets, measure after chopping
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1/4 cup chopped parsley
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5 cups chicken broth, can use veggie broth
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32 ounces frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1/2 teaspoon celery salt
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6 tablespoons butter
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1/3 cup flour
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3 cups milk
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2 -3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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salt, to taste
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1 cup diced ham (optional)
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6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)