Old Fashioned Broccoli Cheese Soup

Old Fashioned Broccoli Cheese Soup

DESCRIPTION

Old Fashioned Cheddar Broccoli Soup is cheesy comfort food and healthy vegetables served in a hearty bowl of soup. This classic recipe is warm and satisfying, and ready in minutes!

INGREDIENTS

·       4 Tablespoons unsalted butter

·       1 medium onion, chopped

·       2 stalks celery, thinly sliced

·       1/4 cup all-purpose flour

·       1 cup heavy cream

·       1 cup 2% milk or whole milk

·       3-1/2 cups chicken or vegetable stock

·       2 bay leaves

·       1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

·       2 broccoli crowns or 1 medium broccoli head, stems removed and chopped into florets (about 4 cups florets)

·       1 cup coarsely grated carrots

·       2-1/2 cups (8 ounces) grated sharp cheddar cheese

·       salt and pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1.    Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch Oven over medium-high heat. Add the onion and celery and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

2.    Whisk in the flour and cook 3-4 minutes, until golden. Gradually whisk in the cream and milk until smooth.

3.    Add the chicken stock and bay leaves, season with salt and pepper and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook uncovered until thickened, about 20 minutes.

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