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Broccoli Cheddar Soup
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 4
Very similar to Panera Bread
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon melted butter
1/2 medium chopped onion
1/4 cup melted butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups chicken stock
1/2 lb fresh broccoli
1 cup carrot, julienned
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese
salt and pepper
Directions:
1. Sauté onion in butter. Set aside.
2. Cook melted butter and flour using a whisk over medium heat for 3- minutes.
3. Stir constantly and add the half & half.
4. Add the chicken stock.
5. Simmer for 20 minutes.
6. Add the broccoli, carrots and onions.
7. Cook over low heat 20-25 minutes.
8. Add salt and pepper. Can be puréed in a blender but I don't.
9. Return to heat and add cheese.
10. Stir in nutmeg.
By RecipeOfHealth.com