Easy Broccoli Cheese Soup |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Broccoli Cheese Soup is Always A Great Belly Warmer On Freezing Cold Nights!!! Ingredients:
1 bunch broccoli, about 1 1/4 pounds, washed and trimmed |
2 cups sliced onions |
5 tablespoons butter or margarine |
7 cups chicken broth, divided |
1 teaspoon dried leaf oregano, crumbled |
1/4 cup flour |
2 tablespoons dijon mustard |
1/8 teaspoon pepper |
1 cup milk |
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese |
Directions:
1. Cut florets off broccoli and divide into small sections.
2. Simmer in lightly salted water for 2 minutes; drain and immerse in cold water to stop cooking then set aside.
3. Cut stalks into small pieces; place in a large saucepan.
4. Add sliced onions and 3 tablespoons of butter to saucepan; sauté over medium low heat for 5 minutes.
5. Add 3 cups chicken broth and oregano to the saucepan; simmer 20 to 30 minutes.
6. Carefully process hot mixture in batches in a blender until smooth.
7. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in saucepan; stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbly.
8. Stir in mustard and pepper.
9. Gradually stir in processed mixture and remaining 4 cups of chicken broth.
10. Continue to cook, stirring, until mixture begins to bubble.
11. Add milk and cheese; stir until smooth and cheese is melted.
12. Add remaining broccoli florets and heat through.
13. Serve Hot with A Crusty Bread
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