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Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup melted butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups chicken stock or bouillon
1/2 pound fresh broccoli
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
8 ounces grated sharp cheddar

May want to add 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard and 2 dashes hot sauce

Directions:
Directions:
Saute onion in butter. Set aside. Cook melted butter and flour using a whisk over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Stir constantly and slowly add the half-and-half (this is called making a roux). Add the chicken stock whisking all the time. Simmer for 20 minutes.

Add the broccoli and onions. Cook over low heat until the veggies are tender for 20-25 minutes. Add salt and pepper . The soup should be thickened by now. Pour in batches into blender and puree. Return to pot over low heat and add the grated cheese; stir until well blended. Stir in the nutmeg and serve

 

 

 

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