Best of the Best Broccoli and Cheese Soup Recipe

Name: Best of the Best Broccoli and Cheese Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 onion, chopped; 1 stalk celery, chopped; 1 carrot, julienned; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; ¼ cup butter; ¼ cup flour; 2 cups half-and-half cream; 2 cups chicken broth; 2 heads broccoli, chopped; salt and pepper; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

12 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, julienned
2 garlic cloves, chopped
¼ cup butter
¼ cup flour
2 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups chicken broth
2 heads broccoli, chopped
salt and pepper
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

1
In a large sauce pan with a little bit of butter, saute onion, celery, carrot and garlic.
2
In another small pan make a rue with butter and flour; cook down for about 3 minutes over medium heat.
3
Remove from heat and slowly whisk in half and half cream.
4
Return to medium heat; add chicken broth and broccolli.
5
Cover and bring to barely a simmer.
6
Remove from heat and blend with hand blender.
7
Return to heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
8
Remove from heat, add salt and pepper, nutmeg, and cheddar cheese.
9
Stir cheese in and return to low-medium heat until heated through.
10
Serve and enjoy!

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 onion, chopped, 1 stalk celery, chopped, 1 carrot, julienned, 2 garlic cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Best of the Best Broccoli and Cheese Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Best of the Best Broccoli and Cheese Soup

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